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Yahoo
20-05-2025
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Utica Police arrest two juveniles in Mohawk Street incidents
UTICA, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — Utica Police arrested two juveniles on Monday night in connection with a weeks-long investigation into menacing incidents on Mohawk Street. According to Utica Police, officers have responded to the McDonald's on Mohawk Street regarding several juveniles over the last several weeks. Witnesses have said that the juveniles have been harassing customers and staff and causing a general disturbance. Police have said that violent behavior with the group of juveniles has increased throughout the investigation. On Monday, May 19, at approximately 9:15 pm, police were called there once again. Witnesses at the scene claimed that the group of juveniles were possibly in possession of multiple handguns. When police arrived on the scene, a group of approximately 10 juveniles fled on foot in several different directions. Two of the group were apprehended; one immediately, one a short distance away. A search of both persons found BB guns, which looked exactly like Glock handguns. Both juveniles — both approximately 15 years old, according to police — were turned over to the care of their guardians. According to police, no charges are currently pending against either juvenile. Police say that they will continue to increase their presence in the area of the Mohawk Street McDonald's to deter the group's behavior. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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Frankfort Amazon stabbing suspect arrested
UTICA, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — Utica Police arrested a man on Monday who allegedly stabbed a convenience store clerk — along with a pedestrian and an Amazon warehouse employee — over the weekend. On Sunday, May 4, at approximately 4:55 pm, Utica Police officers and firefighters were called to the 600 block of Bleecker Street regarding a stabbing. Upon their arrival, they spoke with people who stated an unknown male — later identified as 22-year-old Daniel Namutereza of Utica — entered the convenience store and attempted to make a purchase there, which was declined on his credit card. According to police, Namutereza attempted to make a smaller purchase, at which point he began to argue with the clerk. As the argument escalated, Namutereza brandished a knife and stabbed the clerk in the face. Namutereza then exited the store and stabbed another pedestrian without provocation. He then fled the scene on foot. Later in the day, as officers were interviewing victims from the previous incidents, a report came in that a male similar to Namutereza was threatening patrons of the North Utica plaza with a knife. He fled on foot before officers were able to respond to the area. On Monday, May 5, the New York/New Jersey Marshal's Regional Task Force provided the Utica Police with information on Namutereza's identity. With that information, both forces were able to conduct surveillance of his residence. When Namutereza exited the residence, he was taken into custody without further incident and transported to the Utica Police Department Namutereza was also a suspect in an incident at the Amazon Warehouse in Frankfort earlier in the day. According to the Rome Sentinel, at approximately 3 am that same day, Namutereza allegedly stabbed an Amazon associate, also in the face. Their identity has not been released, nor has their condition. Namutereza was charged with: First-degree Attempted Assault, a Class B Violent Felony, second-degree Assault, a Class D Violent Felony, and fourth-degree Criminal Possession of a Weapon, a Class A Misdemeanor. Utica Police have said additional charges are likely as the investigation continues. None of the victims' identities or current conditions have been released. Utica Police were also assisted in the investigation by the Town of Frankfort Police, as well as security officers at the Amazon Warehouse in Frankfort. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WUTR/WFXV -
Yahoo
02-04-2025
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NYAG: No charges in Nyah Mway shooting
ALBANY, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — The New York State Attorney General's office released their report on the June 28 death of Nyah Mway at the hands of Utica Police on Wednesday. According to a report by the New York State Attorney General's Office of Special Investigation — released on Wednesday, April 2 — after a thorough investigation of body-worn camera footage, among other things, was undertaken by the Office. They concluded that the shooting was justified they would not be pursuing criminal charges against the officers in the matter. Mway was killed during a struggle with Utica Police on Friday, June 28. At approximately 10 pm on June 28, Utica Police were patrolling an area in West Utica that had two armed robberies earlier that month, including one on June 27. Officers approached Mway and another person, who matched descriptions from the armed robbery on June 27. As they engaged with both persons, Mway fled on foot. According to the report, Mway displayed what appeared to be a handgun and pointed it at the officer giving chase behind him. A struggle then ensued, at which point a second officer fired his weapon, striking Mway. Mway was transported to the Wynn Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Further investigation found a pellet gun at the scene, which was recovered and secured by police. According to the OSI's report, given the law and the evidence, a prosecutor would not be able to disprove the justification of the officer's use of deadly force. Therefore, the Office of Special Investigation would not be pursuing criminal charges. The City of Utica's Department of Public Safety issued the following statement on the ruling: With the release today's report from the Attorney General's Office we are happy that there can be some closure for the greater Utica community regarding the tragic death of Nyah Mway on June 28th, 2024. Since that night we have tirelessly sought to build back the relationships and trust with the Burmese and Karen communities, and we feel that those connections have never been stronger than they are today. Our goal from that day and every day since has been to ensure that our department is viewed as a strong partner and trusted entity to the public. Through procedural justice methods, training, and most importantly transparency, we will work to make certain those goals are met. As has been the case all along, this investigation has had a two pronged approach; the Attorney General's and our internal Professional Standards portion. Now that the Attorney General's report has been completed, we will finalize ours after we have convened a Use of Force Review Board as dictated by our policy, but we are pleased that The Attorney General has cleared our officers of criminal wrongdoing We are saddened that this tragedy had to ever occur, but we hope now we can all heal together and build the bridges that are needed. The City of Utica's Department of Public Safety, in a statement on the ruling. You can read the full report from the Office of Special Investigation below: osi-nyah-mway-reportDownload Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
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Utica Police asking for information on Elm St. shots-fired incident
UTICA, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — Utica Police are asking for the public's help in a shots-fired incident on Wednesday night that is still under investigation. Officers were called to a ShotSpotter Alert of gunfire on the 1500 block of Elm Street at approximately 11:30 pm on Wednesday, March 19. Upon their arrival, officers found one spent shell casing from a .40 caliber gun. While speaking with witnesses on the scene, officers were able to develop information about involved parties entering a nearby residence. NYS Parole assisted Utica Police in checking the residence, where a loaded .380 caliber handgun was located and secured. Utica Police has asked anyone with any information regarding the incident to call the Utica Police's GIVE Unit at 315-223-3510. You may also submit a fully anonymous tip online through the Mohawk Valley Crime Stoppers' website, over the phone at 1-866-730-8477 (TIPS), or by using the P3 Tips mobile app. The investigation into this incident is ongoing. We will provide more information as it becomes available to us. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-03-2025
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Utica's St. Patrick's Day Parade: What to know before you go
UTICA, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — Utica's annual St. Patrick's Day Parade is just one day away, on Saturday, March 15! If you're looking to get into the spirit and attend Saturday's parade, the Utica Police Department has some tips to make your Wearin' Of The Green fun and memorable! Road Closures The parade will go down Genesee Street beginning at 10 am with the traditional cannon blast. Marchers will begin at Oneida Square and travel northbound to Columbia Steet. Following the parade, there will be an afterparty along the various establishments along Varick Street. For those reasons, several closures, detours, and no-parking restrictions will be in effect on several streets in the city for the public's safety. The following closures, detours, and restrictions will be in effect from 7 am on Saturday until approximately noon: All four lanes of Genesee Street will be closed to traffic from LaFayette Street to the Memorial Parkway. Park Avenue, Oneida Street, State Stree,t and Sunset Avenue can be used as detours for north and southbound traffic. The Memorial Parkway and Oriskany Street can be used as detours for east and westbound traffic and the Genesee Street divide. A temporary no-parking restriction will be in effect for both sides of Genesee Street from Columbia Street to Hobart Street. The following closures, detours, and restrictions will be in effect from 2 am on Saturday, March 15 to 7 pm: Varick Street will be closed from Columbia Street to Court Street. Sunset Avenue will be closed from Varick Street to Court Street. Edward Street will be closed from Varick Street to Wasmer Street. Hamilton Street will be closed from Varick Street to Wiley Street. Cooper Street will be closed from Varick Street to Huntington Street. All of the preceding streets will also have temporary no-parking restrictions in effect during the 2 am to 7 pm closures. The city's parking lot on 716 Varick Street will also be closed to everyone except vendors and peddlers. All vendors and peddlers with a valid permit issued by the city of Utica will be directed to that parking lot. Safety Information The Utica Police Department has also released some pertinent safety and security information to make the day safer for everyone: Open alcoholic beverages in bottles and cans are not allowed; they must be contained in a plastic cup. Backpacks or any other non-essential baggage is discouraged. Weapons and fireworks are forbidden. Drones and unmanned aircraft are not allowed due to federal regulations. Domestic animals will be allowed at the event. However, due to the number of people attending and a strong canine presence by police, the Utica Police are warning anyone bringing animals to the event to exercise caution. Taxis and rideshares for people attending the Varick Street afterparty will be allowed to pick up fares at the intersections of Varick Street at Court Street and Columbia Street. Utica Police are also imploring everyone to be alert and aware of their surroundings and call 911 for all emergencies. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
