75-year-old man dies following utica shooting, police investigating as homicide

75-Year-Old Man Dies Following Utica Shooting, Police Investigating as Homicide

by
August 18, 2024

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.

Phil Stilton

Phil Stilton

Phil Stilton is the Editor and Publisher of Shore News Network, an independent digital news organization covering New Jersey, national politics, public policy, public safety, and community affairs. With years of experience reporting on local government, elections, law enforcement, and issues impacting residents throughout New Jersey, Stilton has built a reputation for delivering timely news, in-depth reporting, and accountability journalism.

As the founder of Shore News Network, Stilton oversees editorial operations, investigative reporting, and breaking news coverage while working closely with journalists, public officials, and community leaders. His reporting has covered municipal government, state politics, federal policy, public records investigations, emergency management, and major news events affecting local communities.

Stilton is committed to factual reporting, source verification, transparency, and providing readers with accessible, accurate information that helps them better understand the issues shaping their communities. Through Shore News Network, he continues to focus on delivering trusted news coverage and original reporting to audiences across New Jersey and beyond.

For story tips, corrections, or media inquiries, readers can contact Shore News Network through its official website and social media channels.