(WNY News Now) – A 29-year-old Olean man was taken into custody on October 15 after authorities confirmed he had an active misdemeanor arrest warrant out of Allegany Town Court, according to the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office.

OLEAN, N.Y. — Austin L. Kauhl, 29, of Olean, was taken into custody at the Olean Police Department at approximately 5:30 p.m. Thursday, October 15, according to a sheriff’s office arrest blotter entry.

Authorities reported that Kauhl had an active misdemeanor arrest warrant issued by Allegany Town Court. Following his contact with Olean police, sheriff’s deputies transported him to Allegany Town Court for arraignment.

Following arraignment, he was released on his own recognizance. He is scheduled to return to Allegany Town Court for a subsequent appearance.

As with all criminal charges, the charge is an allegation, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.