An investigation determined Morley was operating a 2020 Chevrolet pickup truck equipped with a plow and was snowplowing the roadway of the trailer park while the victim was shoveling snow. Morley and the victim became involved in a verbal argument, which resulted in Morley driving away and striking the victim with the plow. The victim did not sustain serious injuries.

A preliminary investigation determined that the woman had been walking her Labrador Bernese Mountain Dog mix when the dog approached the water and fell in. While attempting to rescue her dog, the woman also fell into the canal.

On January 13, 2026, at approximately 11:18 a.m., New York State Police at Ithaca arrested Arthur L. Stewart for the misdemeanor of Unlawful Possession of a Noxious Matter. Troopers were dispatched to Winston Drive in the town of Ithaca for a report of a dispute. An investigation revealed that a person was sprayed with bear spray on a staircase between apartments. Troopers determined that the two people have had an ongoing dispute when Stewart intentionally sprayed the vic

It is with deep sadness that Superintendent Steven G. James announces the line-of-duty death of retired Major Frank J. Keyser at the age of 65.  On Sunday, January 11, 2026, Major Keyser passed away from an illness stemming from his assignment in and around the World Trade Center site following the terrorist attack on September 11, 2001. Major Keyser retired from the New York State Police on November 30, 2020, following 34 years of dedicated service. Major Keyser spent most o

On January 13, 2025, at approximately 5:55 p.m., New York State Police responded to State Route 9 in the town of Chazy for a reported vehicle versus dirt bike collision involving serious personal injury...

United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, Special Agent in Charge of the New York Field Office of Internal Revenue Service-Criminal Investigation (“IRS-CI”), Harry T. Chavis, Jr., and Commissioner of the New York City Department of Investigation (“DOI”), Jocelyn E. Strauber, announced today the unsealing of an Indictment charging ANTHONY HERBERT—the former Citywide Public Housing Liaison at the New York City Mayor’s Office—with committing brib

United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, and Administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration (“DEA”), Terrance C. Cole, announced that Carlos Orense Azocar was sentenced to life plus 30 years in prison for conspiring to import cocaine into the United States and related weapons charges.  ORENSE AZOCAR was convicted after a two-week trial in December 2023 before U.S. District Judge Vernon S. Broderick, who imposed today’s sentence.

An audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli of New York City’s largest housing voucher program found that weak oversight and administrative lapses are contributing to rising costs and placing some vulnerable families in unsafe housing. The program, known as the City Fighting Homelessness and Eviction Prevention Supplement (CityFHEPS) is overseen by the New York City Department of Social Services (DSS), and it is designed to help low-income New Yorkers avo

A West Winfield man was arrested following a one-car property damage crash on Oneida Street in the Town of Paris. Deputies say signs of impairment were observed during the investigation, leading to multiple charges, including felony aggravated unlicensed operation and impaired driving offenses...

A 16-year-old student was cited after a non-functional plastic replica pistol was discovered in his school bag at Adirondack High School in Boonville. Authorities say the situation was secured without incident, no threat was made, and the juvenile was released to a parent following the investigation.

One person was transported to the hospital and another sought medical treatment following a two-car personal injury crash at the intersection of State Route 365 and Koenig Road in the Town of Floyd. Deputies say the collision occurred when a pickup truck failed to yield the right of way, resulting in heavy damage to both vehicles.

A Utica man was taken into custody following a traffic stop on Old Burrstone Road after deputies identified an outstanding Family Court warrant. During the arrest, deputies located metal knuckles inside the vehicle, leading to a felony weapon possession charge. The individual is now being held at the Oneida County Correctional Facility pending court appearances.

As the holiday season settles over Upstate New York, cities and towns across the region are rolling out some of their most beloved winter traditions. From dazzling light displays to outdoor adventures and festive performances, residents and visitors have no shortage of ways to celebrate the final month of the year.

New Hartford, N.Y. — December 6, 2025 A Utica man is facing a felony burglary charge after New Hartford Police say he was arrested twice within just a few hours for separate thefts at two Sangertown-area retailers. At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, officers assigned to the Sangertown Square Mall detail responded to Target after store loss-prevention personnel reported a man actively stealing merchandise. When police arrived, they identified the suspect as 30-year-old Ma

New Hartford, N.Y. — December 6, 2025 New Hartford Police say a 15-year-old male has been charged with a felony following an incident at Target inside Sangertown Square Mall on Saturday. Officers assigned to the mall detail responded after store personnel reported the teen was caught stealing merchandise. According to police, further investigation revealed that the juvenile had previously been arrested at the same Target earlier this year for petit larceny. Because of the pri

State Police say a Troop NYC investigator was arrested after a hit-and-run crash in Cortland on Thursday night. No injuries were reported, and the investigation is still ongoing. Click below for the full story...

State Police have released an update on the fatal hit-and-run that occurred early Saturday morning in Baldwinsville... Investigators have located the suspected vehicle and are interviewing the driver, but the case remains active...

Vernon man was taken into custody following a physical altercation involving a weapon on Monday evening...

According to Oneida County Sheriff Robert M. Maciol, on November 29th, 2025, a Rome man was arrested following a report of a motor vehicle accident involving a firearm.

The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office reports that a Utica couple was taken into custody after a traffic stop in New Hartford led to charges including Disorderly Conduct, Obstructing Governmental Administration, and Resisting Arrest. The incident stemmed from an earlier dispute at Sangertown Mall. Full details available in our official release.