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Police stop leads to drug bust in Utica
Sarin Chann arrested in Utica drug bust
Utica, NY – A vehicle stop initiated by the Crime Prevention Unit led to the arrest of Sarin Chann, a 44-year-old resident of Utica, on outstanding felony drug warrants. The incident occurred on October 22 at 7:00 PM during a narcotics investigation.
Chann was stopped after law enforcement identified him and was subsequently transported to the Utica Police Department. He faces charges for criminal possession of a controlled substance in the second degree and criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree, with two counts of the latter charge.
This operation is part of ongoing efforts to address drug-related crimes in the area. The police had previously released information related to Chann’s alleged involvement in narcotics activities on October 17.
Police arrest maintenance worker for sexual assault in Utica
Police arrest maintenance worker for sexual assault in Utica
UTICA, NY — Utica Police responded to a sexual assault complaint reported from an apartment complex on Bleecker Street. Officers learned that a maintenance worker had entered the victim’s apartment under the pretense of conducting necessary repairs.
Once inside, the maintenance worker went into the victim’s bedroom and remained there for an extended period. The victim approached to ask about his actions and noticed he had removed his clothing and was making inappropriate gestures.
According to reports, the suspect then forcefully placed the victim on the bed and attempted to commit sexual acts. The victim managed to escape, and the suspect subsequently left the premises.
The investigation was assigned to a member of the Criminal Investigations Division, which led to a positive identification of the suspect. On October 10, Richard Melendez, 54, of Utica, was arrested.
Melendez faces charges of aggravated sexual abuse in the third degree and failure to update his employment status as a sex offender.
Utica Police continue the investigation and urge anyone with further information to contact authorities.
A maintenance worker’s alleged actions have led to serious charges in Utica.
