Utica man charged in $1,500 bank fraud scheme after surveillance ID

UTICA, N.Y. — A Utica man was charged last week in connection with a fraudulent bank transaction that led to a $1,500 loss for a local financial institution. In mid-April, Utica Police…

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Utica police investigate early morning gunfire on Green and City streets

UTICA, N.Y. — Utica police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred early Monday morning after receiving two “Shots Spotter” alerts indicating gunfire in the city. At approximately 2:28 a.m. on June…

Gunfire damages home and vehicle in Utica, no injuries reported

UTICA, N.Y. — Utica Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred early Sunday morning after a Shot Spotter alert led officers to 740 Rutger Street. According to the department, officers responded…

Utica police seek owner of found dog near Varick and Columbia streets

UTICA, N.Y. — The Utica Police Department is trying to locate the owner of a brown and white female mixed-breed dog found earlier today near Varick Street and Columbia Street. Authorities shared…

Utica teen charged after accidentally shooting himself with loaded handgun

UTICA, N.Y. — A 16-year-old male who was injured in a shooting earlier this month has been charged with criminal possession of a firearm after authorities determined he accidentally shot himself, Utica…

Teen shot overnight in Utica

UTICA, N.Y. — The Utica Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a male juvenile injured on the 900 block of Sunset Avenue, officials said. The incident occurred Friday, and the…

Utica police seek owner of found pit bull mix near VanVorst and Holland

UTICA, N.Y. — The Utica Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating the owner of a brown and white pit bull mix found near the intersection of VanVorst Street…

Utica woman arrested for attacking man with hammer over money

A Utica woman was arrested Tuesday evening after allegedly attacking a man with a hammer during an argument inside a Genesee Street apartment, according to the Utica Police Department. At approximately 5:20…

Repeat shoplifter in Utica charged with burglary after violating store ban

UTICA, NY — A man with a history of retail thefts is facing felony burglary charges after being caught shoplifting again at a South Utica grocery store from which he had previously…

Utica police seek owners of two stray dogs found over the weekend

UTICA, NY — The Utica Police Department announced they are searching for the owners of two dogs taken in over the weekend. The department shared the information through a public Facebook post…

Man shot and killed in Utica; police trace victim to hospital after ShotSpotter alert

UTICA, N.Y. — A man was fatally shot late Tuesday night in Utica following a ShotSpotter alert that led police to a vehicle fleeing the scene and ultimately to a local hospital,…

Utica woman armed with steak knife charged after threatening officers during domestic dispute

UTICA, N.Y. — A domestic dispute turned volatile early Monday when a Utica woman allegedly brandished a steak knife and threatened police officers responding to the scene, according to the Utica Police…

Sixteen hour police standoff continues on West Street

UTICA, N.Y. — A standoff between police and a barricaded individual has been unfolding for over 16 hours on the 1000 block of West Street, the Utica Police Department announced Thursday morning.…

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Hatchet-wielding suspect arrested after Utica hotel confrontation

UTICA, NY — A 44-year-old Yorkville man has been charged following an incident in which he allegedly threatened individuals with a hatchet during a confrontation at a local hotel, according to the…

Teen busted in Utica shooting after ShotSpotter alert, loaded gun found in home

UTICA, N.Y. — A 17-year-old male has been arrested and charged in connection with a March shooting in Utica following a ShotSpotter alert and a weeks-long investigation by local police and probation…

German Shepherd Found on Roosevelt Drive in Utica

UTICA, NY — The Utica Police Department reported the recovery of a German Shepherd on Roosevelt Drive Friday morning. Authorities are seeking the dog’s owner and request that anyone with information contact…

Utica Police Seize Drugs and Firearms in Oneida Square

Utica Police Seize Drugs and Firearms in Oneida Square **Utica, NY** - On Tuesday, the Utica Police Department Special Investigations Unit conducted a search related to cocaine distribution in the Oneida Square…

Stolen purse leads to showdown outside Utica convenience store

Suspect Charged in Utica Purse Theft **Utica, NY** - On March 16th, Utica Police responded to a report of a stolen purse on the 1100 block of Schuyler St. The purse contained…

Utica Shooting Suspect Arrested in Connection with 2023 Incident

Utica Shooting Suspect Arrested in Connection with 2023 Incident **Utica, NY** - The NY/NJ US Marshal’s Fugitive Task Force, with assistance from Oneida County Sheriff’s Road Patrol and Utica Police Patrol units,…

Utica police respond to shooting on Mathews Ave; victim expected to survive

UTICA, NY — The Utica Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on the 1100 block of Mathews Avenue, where a male victim was transported to Wynn Hospital with multiple gunshot…

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