Utica police arrest man, seize cocaine and cash in narcotics investigation

Utica Police Arrest Man, Seize Cocaine and Cash in Narcotics Investigation

April 27, 2023

UTICA, NY – On Wednesday, the Utica Police Department Special Investigations Unit, in conjunction with the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office and New York State Police, executed a search warrant at 1303 Oswego St in relation to a lengthy investigation into the sale and distribution of narcotics.

As a result of the search warrant, 22-year-old Jamal Cochran of Utica was arrested, and nearly 70 grams of cocaine and over $8,300 were seized.

Cochran was ultimately charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 3rd degree (sale), criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 3rd degree (weight), and criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 7th degree.

Adam Devine

Adam covers New York City and regional news for Shore News Network. He is currently attending college and freelances about crime in New York City and regional news.