UTICA, N.Y. — A 24-year-old man was arrested on Sunday after a stabbing incident near Oneida Square left one person injured, according to the Utica Police Department. Police and fire…
UTICA, N.Y. — A vehicle pursuit on Thursday led to the arrest of two individuals and the seizure of narcotics and a firearm following a series of search warrants executed…
UTICA, N.Y. — A 30-year-old man has been charged with arson and related offenses after allegedly setting fire to a Devereux Street apartment and damaging a nearby building earlier this…
Assault Incident Leads to Arrest in Utica
**Utica, NY -** Police and fire units responded to a reported assault on November 23 at 110 Genesee St. Authorities found the victim with head lacerations, allegedly inflicted during an altercation inside the building involving a knife. The Utica Fire Department provided on-scene treatment. The Criminal Investigations Division took over the case.
Following their inquiry, investigators identified a suspect. On December 1, patrol units apprehended the individual using details from a previously issued BOLO. A knife matching the one used in the assault was recovered.
Joseph Spann, 34, of Utica, faces charges related to the assault case. He is charged with assault in the second degree and criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree.
Suspect Arrested for Larceny at North Utica Lowe’s
**Utica, NY** – On Sunday, Utica Police responded to a report of larceny at Lowe’s in North Utica. The police were informed by store personnel that a suspect exited the store with a shopping cart containing over $1,000 worth of unpaid merchandise.
Authorities received a description of the suspect and the direction in which he fled. Officers subsequently located the individual walking on Buchanan Rd. Following a citizen stop and positive identification, the suspect was taken into custody and transported to the Utica Police Department.
The suspect, identified as 26-year-old Brandon Rivera with no known address, faces charges of grand larceny in the fourth degree. The investigation is ongoing to identify any additional parties involved.
UTICA, N.Y. — A 23-year-old man was arrested early Thursday morning after fleeing a traffic stop, leading officers to discover a loaded ghost gun in a nearby dumpster, according to…
UTICA, N.Y. — Two men were arrested Tuesday night after attempting to flee a police stop on Huntington Street near Spring Street, with officers recovering two loaded firearms during the…
UTICA, N.Y. — An 18-year-old man has been charged with murder in the ongoing investigation into the November 8, 2024, shooting death of Keyamonie Davis, the Utica Police Department announced…
UTICA, N.Y. — A Utica man has been arrested and charged after allegedly robbing a convenience store at gunpoint late Sunday night, police said. Officers responded to the store on…
UTICA, N.Y. — A motor vehicle accident on Broad Street near Bacon Street claimed the life of one individual and left another seriously injured early Sunday morning, according to the…
UTICA, N.Y. — A 41-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a shooting earlier this month at the Purple Haze Smoke Shop on South Street, the Utica…
Utica Police Seek Public Assistance in Locating Raymond C. Warmuth
**UTICA, NY** – The Utica Police Department has requested the public’s help in finding Raymond C. Warmuth.
Warmuth is a 70-year-old white male, measuring 6 feet tall and weighing 160 pounds. Authorities have stated he is a level 3 sex offender.
Warmuth is wanted by the Utica Police Department for failing to register his current address. Efforts to locate him have been ongoing.
Anyone with knowledge of Warmuth’s location is asked to reach out to Investigator Bill Williams at 315-725-1744.
Woman Arrested in Utica for Prostitution-Related Offenses Involving Police Struggle
**Utica, NY** – On Friday at approximately 12:40 p.m., Utica Police officers attempted to arrest Julie Mitchell, 55, of Utica, on charges related to prostitution. Mitchell reportedly resisted arrest and engaged in a physical altercation with the officers.
During the confrontation, one officer sustained a shoulder injury while trying to detain Mitchell. Officers eventually subdued Mitchell with assistance from additional units, allowing them to arrest her.
Mitchell faced several charges, including assault in the second degree, prostitution, and resisting arrest. She was subsequently taken to the Utica Police Department for processing.
The injured officer received medical attention and has been placed on medical leave for an unspecified duration.
UTICA, NY — A man accused of breaking into a Dunkin’ Donuts and stealing several hundred dollars earlier this month has been arrested, according to the Utica Police Department. The…
UTICA, N.Y. — A 19-year-old woman was killed and two others were injured during a series of violent incidents in the early hours of Friday, according to the Utica Police…
Hit-and-Run Suspect Arrested in Utica After Investigation
**Utica, NY** – The City of Utica Police Department has announced progress in a hit-and-run incident reported on Monday. A pedestrian was hit by a vehicle on South Street near Genesee Street.
On Monday, the Criminal Investigations Division collaborated with the Mohawk Valley Crime Analysis Center to leverage technology across the city, which led to a suspect’s identification and arrest. They employed FLOCK license plate reader technology along with city pole cameras.
The suspect, identified as 25-year-old Miguel Fernandez of Utica, has been charged with Leaving the Scene of a Serious Personal Injury Accident. The victim of the accident remains in a medically induced coma, with their condition described as critical but stable.
Shots Fired Incident Leads to Arrest in Utica
**Utica, NY** – On Friday at approximately 5:15 a.m., Utica Police responded to an incident on the 1400 block of Miller Street, investigating reports of shots fired. A man and a woman informed officers that the woman’s ex-boyfriend had initiated an argument at her residence.
As another male arrived, the suspect approached his vehicle, knocked on the window, and fired two shots, missing the driver. The victim then left the scene, contacted 911, and later returned.
Following the incident, a criminal investigator was assigned to locate the suspect. The suspect’s vehicle was identified and towed for further investigation. Since the suspect was not found initially, the NY/NJ US Marshal’s Regional Taskforce was engaged in his apprehension efforts.
By Wednesday, the task force learned that the suspect was on the 200 block of Pleasant Street. Law enforcement, including METRO SWAT and Utica Police, negotiated with the suspect for approximately 30 minutes before he surrendered without incident. A search at the location uncovered a loaded 9mm handgun and narcotics.
The investigation concluded with the arrest of 42-year-old Tirso Deleon, who was charged with
Utica Police Conduct Narcotics Search Resulting in Charges
**Utica, NY** – Utica Police’s Special Investigations Unit, alongside the Oneida County Narcotics Unit and Utica Police Patrol, executed a search warrant targeting narcotics sales on Thursday. The operation took place at 1427 Oneida Street, apartment E5, following community complaints.
During the search, investigators discovered cocaine of felony level, along with scales and packaging materials. These findings led to the arrest of Shawanda Taylor, a 39-year-old resident of Utica.
Taylor faces several charges including two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the third degree for sale and weight. Additionally, she is charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the seventh degree and two counts of Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia in the second degree.
Man Arrested in Utica for Knife Threats
**Utica, NY** – Utica police were called to the 800 block of Bleecker St on Saturday for an investigation regarding a menacing incident involving a knife.
Upon arrival, officers spoke to several individuals who reported that a known male had joined their conversation. During the interaction, the man brandished a large knife and threatened the group before fleeing when another person approached.
Police received a description of the suspect and located him near Bleecker St and Nichols St. He was detained without incident, identified as 28-year-old Hamadi Abdullahi from Utica, and taken to the local police department.
Following the investigation, Abdullahi was charged with three counts each of menacing in the second degree and endangering the welfare of a child, along with criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree.
UTICA, N.Y. — A Utica man has been arrested in connection with a stabbing that left a woman injured on November 1, according to the Utica Police Department. Emergency responders…
Teen Driver Charged in Utica Incident
**Utica, NY** – On Wednesday at approximately 3:15 PM, a collision involving a motor vehicle was reported on the 400 block of Blandina Street in Utica. Utica Police and Fire units responded to the scene after an altercation led to a vehicle striking multiple individuals.
Upon arrival, first responders discovered several people with injuries from the incident, which stemmed from a series of altercations throughout the day. A 17-year-old female driver allegedly drove her vehicle into the crowd, with four people reportedly struck. The victims’ injuries were serious but not life-threatening.
The investigation led authorities to identify and locate the suspect and the vehicle in Frankfort. Following the collection of medical documentation and witness statements, the teenager was charged with various offenses.
The charges include two counts of attempted assault in the first degree, two counts of assault in the second degree, attempted assault in the second degree, reckless endangerment in the first degree, and criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree. Additional charges may be filed as the investigation continues.
Man Charged with Bank Fraud in Utica, NY
**Utica, NY** – The Utica Police Department was alerted by a local bank on October 17 regarding multiple bad checks issued by a current customer. The fraudulent activity forced the bank to close the individual’s account to avoid further misuse.
Following the report, the case was assigned to the Criminal Investigations Division. The investigator discovered that at least 22 checks, totaling over $4,300, had been written without sufficient funds in the accounts.
On the following Wednesday, officials from the Warrants Unit approached the suspect, Nicholas Cavalier, age 55 and resident of Utica. Subsequently, on Thursday, he was charged with the first-degree Scheme to Defraud.
Stabbing Incident Leads to Arrest in Utica
**Utica, NY** – Utica Police and Fire departments responded to a stabbing incident on the 200 block of Rutger Street late Tuesday night at approximately 11:50 PM.
The victim reported that he was involved in an argument with a known individual. During the dispute, the suspect used a knife to stab the victim through the wrist, causing injuries to both sides of the arm. Others present at the scene managed to disarm the suspect and keep him nearby.
Following the incident, the victim was taken to Wynn Hospital for medical treatment. Authorities detained the suspect, identified as 56-year-old Joseph Fields of Utica, and transported him to the Utica Police Department.
Upon investigation, Fields was charged with assault in the second degree and criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree.
Man Arrested in Utica Stabbing Incident
**Utica, NY** – On Sunday, October 27th, at around 11:00 PM, Utica Police responded to Wynn Hospital for a stabbing investigation. The victim reported a domestic dispute at his home, during which his girlfriend allegedly cut him with a knife.
The victim sustained a facial cut and defensive wounds on his hands and arms. After gathering necessary details, officers proceeded to the 900 block of Arnold Ave, where the incident was said to have occurred.
At the scene, police found evidence supporting the victim’s account. The suspect, identified as 40-year-old Taneka Davis, was detained and charged.
Davis faces charges of second-degree assault and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon. She was taken to the Utica Police Department following her arrest.
Bicycle Delivery Driver Menaced with Handgun, Suspect Arrested in Utica
**Utica, NY** – Thursday, Utica police responded to a weapon possession and menacing incident on the 1000 block of Miller Street around 10:30 AM.
A bicycle delivery driver reported a confrontation with a man on a porch. During their exchange, the suspect picked up and threw a stick at the delivery driver.
Following the initial incident, the suspect returned inside his residence, only to come out pointing a handgun at the delivery driver, who contacted the police. Responding officers apprehended the individual and conducted a search of his apartment.
The search led to the discovery of a 9mm handgun. Lauren Smith, 24, of Utica, is charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the second and third degrees, Criminal Possession of a Firearm, and Menacing in the second degree.