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VERONA, N.Y. (Feb. 27, 2026)  — A 30-year-old Verona man has been arrested following a domestic incident investigation that led authorities to discover multiple illegal firearms and resulted in several felony and misdemeanor charges, according to Robert Maciol, Sheriff of Oneida County Sheriff's Office. Domestic Call Leads to Investigation On February 26, 2026, Road Patrol Deputies were dispatched by the Oneida County Emergency Services 911 Center to a residence in the Town of Verona for a reported domestic incident. Authorities said that prior to deputies arriving at the scene, the suspect had reportedly left the residence in a vehicle. While deputies were responding, the suspect’s vehicle was located after it had gone off the roadway. As that incident was being investigated, additional deputies responded to the residence to continue investigating the domestic complaint. According to the Sheriff’s Office, an argument had reportedly ensued between the suspect and the victim over property. During the dispute, the suspect allegedly took the victim’s cell phone while the victim was attempting to call 911 for police assistance. Investigators said the victim then obtained a second phone and retreated to a bedroom to again call 911. While the victim was inside the bedroom and on the phone with emergency dispatchers, the suspect allegedly began damaging the bedroom door in an attempt to gain entry. Upon realizing the victim was speaking with 911, the suspect reportedly left the residence in a vehicle. Illegal Firearms Discovered While investigating the domestic incident, deputies located several illegal firearms and ammunition magazines inside the residence. The Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Unit assisted with the ongoing investigation. Arrest and Charges At the conclusion of the investigation, authorities arrested Nasear L. Walker, 30, of Verona , charging him with: Driving While Intoxicated (Misdemeanor) Criminal Mischief in the Fourth Degree (Class A Misdemeanor, 2 counts) Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree (Class D Felony, 5 counts) Criminal Possession of a Firearm (Class E Felony, 3 counts) Walker was transported to the Oneida County Correctional Facility to await arraignment in CAP Court. Court Appearance and Bail On February 27, 2026, Walker appeared in CAP Court, where he was remanded to the correctional facility on bail set at: $1,500 cash or credit card $5,000 insurance company bail bond $14,900 partially secured appearance bond with a 10% deposit Authorities confirmed that Walker was able to post bail and has since been released from custody. An Order of Protection was issued on behalf of the victim. The investigation remains ongoing.

February 25, 2026 On February 25, 2026, at approximately 11:36 a.m., officers from the Town of Vestal Police responded to a report of an individual experiencing a mental health crisis in the area of 581 Sequoia Lane. Upon arrival, officers encountered an individual who was in possession of a knife and threatening self-harm.   During the course of the interaction, officers made numerous requests for the individual to drop the knife.  The individual ignored commands and threw a television at officers. Officers continued to make repeated verbal commands and multiple attempts to de-escalate the situation.  The individual then threatened officers, raised the knife and advanced toward an officer. Despite the continued de-escalation efforts, shots were fired and the individual was struck. Officers immediately rendered medical aid until emergency medical personnel arrived.  The individual was transported to Wilson Medical Center.  No officers were injured during the incident. In the interest of transparency, the Town of Vestal Police Department has requested the New York State Police conduct an independent investigation into the circumstance surrounding the shooting. There is no ongoing threat to the public at this time. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

February 26, 2026 MOREAU, N.Y. — The New York State Police announced the arrest of a Moreau man following an arson investigation stemming from a garage fire reported in late 2024. According to a State Police press release, troopers from Wilton arrested **Brian A. Lemery**, 69, of Moreau on February 23, 2026. Lemery has been charged with arson in the third degree, a Class C felony; burglary in the third degree, a Class D felony; and criminal mischief in the second degree, also a Class D felony. The charges stem from an incident reported on December 3, 2024, when troopers responded to a garage fire on Jackson Road in Moreau. Following an investigation, State Police determined that Lemery allegedly entered the garage without permission and intentionally set the fire, causing more than $1,500 in damage to the structure. Lemery was arrested at his residence and transported to State Police Wilton for processing. He was later arraigned in Saratoga County Court, where he was released under the supervision of the Saratoga County Probation Department. The investigation remains closed following the arrest, according to State Police. Sources: https://troopers.ny.gov/news/state-police-arrest-moreau-man-following-arson-investigation