UTICA, N.Y. — A 75-year-old man who was shot in Utica on Saturday has died from his injuries, according to the Utica Police Department. The incident, which occurred on August 17, is now being investigated as a homicide.
The Utica Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit has taken over the investigation. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward.
The department is seeking assistance from the public and encourages individuals with knowledge of the event to contact the Utica Police Department Major Crimes Unit at 315-223-3556. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Mohawk Valley Crime Stoppers, either online at www.mohawkvalleycrimestoppers.com, by calling 1-866-730-8477, or via the P3 Tips mobile app.
“This is now a homicide investigation,” the Utica Police Department stated in an update released on Monday.
No further details about the circumstances of the shooting have been disclosed as the investigation continues.
