On February 8, 2026, at approximately 12:12 P.M., Troopers out of SP Warsaw respond to a snowmobile collision on a private trail off Wilder Road in the town of Warsaw. Investigation determined that a 2012 Ski Doo traveling south on a marked trail lost control and struck a log pile, ejecting the operator, Steven J. Gregorie, 17, of Varysburg, NY. Traveling behind him was a 16-year-old friend operating a 2015 Arctic Cat. The 16-year-old also lost control and left the marked tra

On February 5, 2026, at approximately 8:37 p.m., members of the Troop F Community Stabilization Unit observed a 2025 Jeep traveling westbound on State Route 17 in the Town of Rockland, Sullivan County, committing multiple violations of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law.

On February 9, 2026, at approximately 8:35 a.m., New York State Police at Homer responded to a school bus on its side at the intersection of South Hill Road and Singleton Road in the town of Truxton.

On February 8, 2026, at approximately 3:30 a.m., troopers from the State Police Haverstraw barracks responded to a report of a wrong-way vehicle traveling on the Palisades Interstate Parkway near Exit 14 in the Town of Haverstraw.

New York State Police trooper struck while assisting a disabled motorist on the Thruway

RUSSIA, N.Y. — New York State Police are investigating a fatal snowmobile crash that occurred Monday evening in the town of Russia, Herkimer County. According to State Police, troopers responded to a report of a snowmobile accident near Riggerman Road on February 2, 2026, at approximately 7:00 p.m. A preliminary investigation determined that a single snowmobile, operated by a lone rider, was traveling southbound on a secondary trail near Riggerman Road when the operator lost

EDWARDS, N.Y. — New York State Police are investigating a serious snowmobile collision that occurred Sunday afternoon on a trail off County Route 24 in the town of Edwards, St. Lawrence County. According to State Police, the crash happened on February 1, 2026, at approximately 1:39 p.m., and involved two snowmobiles traveling in opposite directions near the crest of a blind hill. Investigators determined that a 2016 Arctic Cat, operated by a 16-year-old male with an 18-year-o

United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, announced that a jury found ANTHONY CURCIO guilty yesterday of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and wire fraud for engaging in a scheme to defraud customers by selling them sports and Pokémon trading cards with fake grades purportedly issued by Professional Sports Authenticator (“PSA”). CURCIO was found guilty following a two-and-a-half-week trial before U.S. District Judge Ronnie Abrams. “Millions o

The New York State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the origin and rightful location of a bronze memorial plaque turned in on October 13, 2025. A citizen located a heavy bronze memorial placard along Route 365 in the town of Verona. After attempting to research the item and determine its ownership, the individual turned the plaque in to the New York State Police. The plaque bears the following inscription: In Memory of Harold B. Cole Born April 29, 1

The New York State Police reports that an investigator assigned to the U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force was injured this morning while assisting partner agencies with the execution of an arrest warrant in the City of Syracuse. At approximately 8:15 a.m. on January 29, 2026, a State Police Investigator assigned to the New York State Police Troop D Felony Warrant Squad and detailed to the U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force, was assisting members of the U.S. Mars

New York State Police at Ithaca are looking to the public to help identify a larceny suspect that is pictured below. On January 20, 2026, the suspect, who appears to be a white female , entered BJ’s Wholesale Club on Graham Road in Lansing and concealed approximately $950 worth of printer ink cartridges in her bag.  She left the premises without any attempt to pay. Anyone who can identify this person is asked to call New York State Police at (607)561-7400 case NY2600127732. 

Press Release The New York State Police in SP Auburn are investigating a fatal snowmobile crash that occurred on January 27, 2026, at approximately 2:39 p.m. on Ira Station Road in the town of Victory, Cayuga County. A 2022 Lynx snowmobile, operated by a 49-year-old male, was traveling westbound on a designated snowmobile trail that crosses Ira Station Road. The trail is marked with stop signs on both sides of the roadway. Preliminary investigation indicates the snowmobile di

Press Release On January 27, 2026, at approximately 12:01 p.m., New York State Police responded to Rock Island Street in the village of Gouverneur to assist the Gouverneur Police Department with a barricaded subject. State Police members established a safety perimeter while the Gouverneur Police Chief and the New York State Police Troop B Crisis Negotiation Unit initiated communication with the subject. After approximately two hours of negotiations, the subject surrendered to

During the latest winter snowstorm, members of the New York State Police in Troop C responded to a total of 76 weather-related events between Sunday, January 25, 2026, and the early morning hours of January 27, 2026. Here is the breakdown: Zone 1 (Chenango, Delaware and Otsego Counties): Property Damage (damage to vehicles only)  – 5 Personal Injury – 1 Disabled Vehicles (no injury or damage to property) - 14 Fatal accidents - 0 Zone 2 (Broome County): Property Damage Acciden

On January 27, 2026, at approximately 12:31 a.m., New York State Police at Homer responded to Interstate 81 in McGraw for a report of a jackknifed tractor trailer. An investigation determined that the tractor-trailer was traveling south on I-81 too fast for the snow covered roads near mile marker 49.9 when the tractor trailer failed to maintain its lane and went off the roadway.  The vehicle traveled along the guardrail and jackknifed and end up turned to face north in the so

According to the Oneida County Sheriff Robert Maciol, a Rome man was arrested for Felony DWI with three children in a vehicle following a BOLO (Be on the lookout) in the Town of Marcy. On January 20th, 2026, at approximately 8:23 p.m., a member of the public contacted the police regarding a vehicle that was driving erratically on State Route 49 in the Town of Marcy.  Upon receiving this information, the Oneida County 911 Center issued a BOLO for the vehicle.  At this time, Ro

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

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.

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...

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.

As we enter the holiday season, the members of the Oneida County Sheriff's Office remind all residents to stay safe, stay alert, and look out for one another. The Thanksgiving holiday weekend is traditionally one of the busiest travel periods of the year. Whether you're driving across town or across the County, we want you to arrive safely. Always buckle up and never drive impaired. State, County, and local law enforcement agencies will be out to help ensure our roads and com

Two residents of the Shady Grove Trailer Park were charged with animal neglect after Rome Police discovered six malnourished dogs in need of urgent care on Saturday afternoon.

A Town of Verona man wanted on several felony warrants was taken into custody early Tuesday morning after a late-night standoff, according to Oneida County Sheriff Robert Maciol.

Two Utica women are facing felony charges after allegedly stealing nearly $2,000 worth of merchandise from Victoria’s Secret at Sangertown Square Mall on October 30th, 2025.

Press Release Troopers from Troop T, SP Tarrytown, responded to a bus fire at approximately 1:37 p.m. today on the Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge. Investigation revealed that a Hudson Link bus carrying four passengers became engulfed in flames as it was traveling south.  The passengers and driver were safely removed from the bus and transferred to another carrier. No other vehicles were involved, and no injuries were reported. The Pocantico   Hills, Tarrytown, Central Nyack,

United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, announced that MARIO POWELL was sentenced by U.S. District Judge John P. Cronan to 97 months in prison for assaulting a corrections officer with a contraband weapon on May 30, 2020, while incarcerated at the Metropolitan Correctional Center, New York (“MCC”).  In September 2025, POWELL was convicted of assaulting a corrections officer with a deadly and dangerous weapon and possession of prison contraba

Verona, NY — November 19, 2025 — According to Oneida County Sheriff Robert Maciol, Deputies responded to a serious motor vehicle accident on Blackman's Corners Road in the Town of Verona on November 18th, 2025, at approximately 9:50 p.m.

On Thursday, November 13, 2025, following an investigation, the New York State Police arrested Lieutenant James R. Spencer, age 57, of the Watertown Police Department, for Harassment in the Second Degree (violation) and Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Class A misdemeanor).

On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, the New York State Police Troop D Violent Gang and Narcotics Enforcement Team (VGNET), with assistance from the Community Stabilization Unit (CSU), Special Investigations Unit (SIU), and the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office, executed a search warrant at a residence located at 138 Cornwall Avenue, 2nd floor, left side apartment, in the City of Utica. The execution of the search warrant resulted in the seizure of more than 3 ounces of cocaine, mor

On November 13, 2025, at approximately 5:22 p.m., State Police responded to a personal injury motor vehicle accident on Interstate 481 in the town of Cicero. Preliminary investigation determined that a 67-year-old male was operating a 2011 Chevrolet Express van southbound on Interstate 481 and attempted to take the exit 10 off-ramp to Bear Road. The vehicle left the east shoulder of the roadway, overturned, and came to rest on the passenger side. As a result of the accident,

On November 13, 2025, members of the State Police Community Stabilization Unit (CSU), the Violent Gang and Narcotics Enforcement Team (VGNET), and the Counter Terrorism Intelligence Unit (CTIU) executed a vehicle stop. They searched the vehicle following an undercover narcotics investigation. Subsequently, search warrants were executed on Johnson and his vehicle. Investigators located a digital scale with cocaine residue inside the vehicle and recovered five bricks of fentany

Press Release On November 17, 2025, at approximately 9:57 a.m., New York State Police members responded to Centre Drive in the town of Plattsburgh for a report of an individual who had been stabbed while attempting to detain a shoplifter from Runnings. A preliminary investigation determined that a male entered Runnings on Centre Drive and filled a shopping cart full of tools, described by witnesses as being of significant value. As a civilian was checking out, they observed t

On November 12, 2025, the New York State Police in Herkimer arrested Kenneth M. Ward , age 44, of Herkimer, NY, and Michael N. Walz , age 34, of Herkimer, NY, for one count each of Official Misconduct (Class “A” Misdemeanor) involving the Town of Herkimer Highway Department. An eleven-month investigation began after the Town of Herkimer Board of Directors and the Herkimer County District Attorney’s Office were notified of a possible larceny involving the Town of Herkimer High

The New York State Police are investigating an apparent suicide that occurred this morning inside an administrative building at the Marcy Correctional Facility in the Town of Marcy, Oneida County.

According to the Utica Police Department, an arrest has been made in connection with an armed robbery that occurred last month at the Dollar Tree on Mohawk Street. On October 25th, 2025, Utica Police units responded to the store for a reported robbery. Upon arrival, officers spoke with a store employee who stated that several individuals were observed concealing merchandise. When the employee attempted to stop them from leaving without paying, one of the suspects brandished a

According to the New Hartford Police Department, two juveniles have been charged following a theft incident that occurred Monday evening at the Walmart store on Commercial Drive.

According to Oneida County Sheriff Robert Maciol, a City of Oneida man has been arrested in connection with multiple stolen vehicle incidents spanning the towns of Verona and Vernon.

According to Oneida County Sheriff Robert M. Maciol, three individuals were arrested early Thursday morning, November 7, 2025, following a burglary at a residence in the outer district of the City of Rome.

On October 30, 2025, New York State Police at Binghamton arrested Riley M. Merrick, age 32 of Candor, NY for the misdemeanors of False Personation and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the seventh degree.