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Utica man survives brutal stabbing near Burnett Street

Utica man stabbed multiple times in street attack near Elizabeth Street UTICA, NY — A man was rushed into emergency surgery Tuesday evening after being stabbed multiple times during a violent altercation…

Routine traffic stop turns into weapon bust on Utica street

Traffic stop in Utica leads to weapon arrests after brass knuckles found Utica, NY – What began as a routine traffic stop for vehicle and traffic law violations escalated into two arrests…

Firefighters stop flames as arson probe heats up in Utica

Utica man charged after apartment fire sparks arson investigation Utica, NY – A midafternoon fire that tore through an upstairs apartment on Court Street earlier this month has now been ruled arson,…

Utica police seek owners of several stray dogs found across city over weekend

UTICA, N.Y. – The Utica Police Department is asking for the public’s help in reuniting several dogs with their owners after multiple strays were taken in over the weekend from various neighborhoods…

Brother stabs brother in Utica family dispute

Brother charged after stabbing during family dispute in Utica home Utica, NY — A late-night argument between two brothers inside a quiet Utica neighborhood turned violent Sunday when one man was stabbed…

Man fatally shot during argument inside Utica residence, police say

UTICA, N.Y. – A man is dead following a shooting inside a Steuben Street home Thursday afternoon, prompting an ongoing homicide investigation by the Utica Police Department. Authorities said officers and fire…

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Man fatally shot on Steuben Street in Utica; police investigating

UTICA, N.Y. – A man has died following a shooting Thursday on the 1000 block of Steuben Street, according to the Utica Police Department. Officers responded to the scene after reports of…

Utica man charged after domestic assault and struggle that injured police officer

UTICA, N.Y. – A Utica man is facing multiple charges after allegedly assaulting a woman and injuring a police officer during a violent domestic incident late Tuesday night on the city’s east…

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Utica traffic stop uncovers man hiding narcotics in pants

Man caught with felony-weight drugs hidden in pants during Utica traffic stop Utica, NY – A roadside traffic stop by Utica police led to the discovery of felony-weight narcotics hidden in a…

Nurse attacked by 70-year-old patient at Utica hospital

Utica hospital nurse attacked by patient in violent hospital assault Utica, NY – A nurse was violently attacked inside Wynn Hospital on Monday night when a 70-year-old patient repeatedly struck her in…

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Utica man arrested after allegedly attacking ex-girlfriend in violation of protection order

Police say the suspect fled the scene before being located and taken into custody in South Utica. UTICA, N.Y. – A 45-year-old Utica man was arrested after allegedly assaulting his ex-girlfriend inside…

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Utica father arrested in death of 6-year-old son after months-long investigation

Police say the child’s death was caused by blunt force injuries following extensive forensic review. UTICA, N.Y. – A 33-year-old Utica man has been arrested following a five-month investigation into the death…

Two arrested in Utica following narcotics investigation

Two arrested in Utica following narcotics investigation Utica, NY A traffic stop on Oneida Street led to the arrest of two individuals on drug-related charges. The stop occurred on Thursday at approximately…

Robbery suspect arrested after police surveillance

Robbery suspect arrested after police surveillance Utica, NY Police units responded to a robbery at a convenience store on Mohawk St and Eagle St on November 28 at about 10:30 PM. The…

Former Ligonier police chief accused of drug ties and cover-up

Hootman charged in drug case linked to local dealer after grand jury presentment GREENSBURG, PA – A former police chief in Westmoreland County and another Ligonier man are facing serious criminal charges…

Trio busted after waving gun at store clerk in Utica

Three men arrested after handgun threat at Utica convenience store leads to weapon seizure UTICA, NY – A late-night confrontation inside a Utica convenience store involving a handgun led to the arrest…

Utica man charged after threatening to return to hospital with gun

UTICA, N.Y. – A 43-year-old man was arrested Tuesday morning after police say he threatened to return to Wynn Hospital with a gun following a disturbance in the facility’s lobby. The incident…

Police said Austin Worn was charged after allegedly threatening two people with a gun and being found with drugs hidden in his clothing.

Utica man arrested after pointing gun, hiding drugs in underwear during police stop

UTICA, NY – A man was taken into custody Wednesday afternoon after allegedly pointing a handgun at two people and later being caught with drugs hidden in his underwear. According to Utica…

Gold Street fentanyl bust nets felony charges for Utica suspect

Utica man arrested after police seize fentanyl and cash in Gold Street drug raid Utica, NY – A 39-year-old Utica man is facing multiple felony drug charges after police executed a search…

Police bust Utica man with stash of fentanyl at home