Two Men Arrested in Connection with Drug Possession in Utica

by Leo Canega

UTICA, NY – On Friday, around 9:30 pm, officers from the Crime Prevention Unit stopped a vehicle on South St near Steuben St due to violations of New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law.

During the stop, the officers observed narcotics-related items in the vehicle, prompting a deeper investigation.

This led to the discovery of suspected crack cocaine on the passenger, 61-year-old William Brown of Utica. Further search unveiled more of the suspected substance on the driver, James Garrett, 61, also from Utica, along with cash.

An investigator from the Utica Police Department Special Investigations Unit later confirmed the charges.

James Garrett faces multiple counts related to drug possession, while William Brown has been charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th degree.

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Leo Canega
Leo lives in Milan, Italy and is one of Shore News Network's top content creators. He is a freelance worker that prepares all of or early morning news articles.

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