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Man Hits Police Vehicle, Found With Controlled Substances - New Hartford, NY

New Hartford, NY – A routine suspicious vehicle call quickly escalated into chaos Sunday afternoon when a Utica man struck a police vehicle and was later arrested on drug-related charges.

On September 14, 2025, New Hartford Police were called to Stewart’s Shop at 4756 Middle Settlement Road after a citizen reported suspicious activity inside a parked vehicle. Officers arrived on scene and approached the driver, later identified as 28-year-old Tarik Muric of Utica.

According to police, while officers attempted to speak with Muric, he suddenly accelerated, colliding with a marked New Hartford Police SUV in the crowded parking lot. The impact caused damage to the police vehicle, though no injuries were reported.

During the investigation, officers discovered a quantity of pills in Muric’s possession. He was arrested and charged with:

  • Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th Degree (Class A misdemeanor)

  • Possession of a Controlled Substance Outside of an Original Container (violation of Public Health Law)

  • Moving a Stopped Vehicle Unsafely (traffic violation)

Muric was transported to the New Hartford Police Department, booked, and issued appearance tickets returnable to Town Court at a later date.

Police noted that despite the busy lot, no bystanders were hurt during the incident.

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