State police take Niverville resident into custody following burglary investigation at local business

Niverville, New York – A Niverville resident has been arrested in connection with a burglary at a local business, according to New York State Police. Authorities took 32-year-old Matthew D. Sowycz into custody on March 27, 2025, following an investigation into an incident that occurred the previous day.

Troopers from the Schodack barracks received a complaint on March 26 at approximately 11:00 a.m. regarding a past burglary at a business in East Greenbush. After reviewing the case, investigators determined that Sowycz had allegedly entered the business without authorization on two separate occasions. He reportedly gained access using identification that belonged to another employee.

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In addition to unauthorized entry, police say Sowycz also accessed the company’s computer systems without permission. As a result, he was charged with two counts of Burglary in the third degree, two counts of Identity Theft in the first degree, and two counts of Computer Trespass.

Following his arrest, Sowycz was transported to SP Schodack, where he was processed and later released with an appearance ticket. He is scheduled to appear in East Greenbush Town Court on April 10, 2025.

Authorities have not disclosed further details about the motive behind the incident or what information may have been accessed on the company’s computers. The investigation remains ongoing.

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State Police urge businesses to remain vigilant and review their security protocols to prevent unauthorized access to both physical locations and digital systems.

For now, Sowycz awaits his court date, where he will have the opportunity to respond to the charges brought against him.