(WNY News Now) – Two 23-year-old Olean women have been charged with second-degree harassment following a reported physical altercation at Walmart in the Town of Allegany, according to the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies responded to Walmart at 1869 Plaza Drive in Allegany at approximately 9:28 p.m. on October 8, 2026, for a reported physical altercation in progress.

According to the Sheriff’s Office, the individuals involved had left the scene in a vehicle before deputies arrived.

Micheyla E. Williams, 23, of Olean, was taken into custody at approximately 10:40 p.m. on October 8. She was processed and charged with one count of second-degree harassment involving physical contact.

Jaasia S. Ham, 23, also of Olean, was taken into custody on October 13 at approximately 4:28 p.m. She was charged with the same offense.

Both women were released with appearance tickets and are scheduled to appear in Allegany Town Court at a later date.

The charges are allegations, and both defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.