Oriskany Falls
CRIME & SAFETY
Oriskany Falls Man Facing Laundry List of Charges Following Domestic Incident
An Oriskany Falls man is facing a long list of charges following an alleged unlawful imprisonment domestic dispute. The Oneida County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest Monday of 44-year-old Amjad Rashid Jr. of Oriskany Falls stemming from an arrest that happened back on July 5th, 2024. Oneida County Sheriff Rob Maciol says that the incident happened in the afternoon hours of the 5th. An investigation revealed that Rashid Jr. allegedly unlawfully imprisoned a female victim.
New York State Police Seek Your Help Identifying These 2, Accused of Stealing From an Upstate Farm Stand
Take the road less traveled. Sure the New York State Thruway will get you from point A to point B quickly but think of all you will miss along the way. The small town charm of Main Street or perhaps the roadside farm stand where you can buy fresh goods from local farmers. Just don't be these guys.
Watch Out: 12 Wanted New York Men Are ‘Armed And Dangerous’
Top New York officials warn these 12 wanted men should be considered "ARMED and DANGEROUS." Several have ties to the Hudson Valley and Upstate New York. Can you help the police find these men? What should you do if see one or know someone's whereabouts?. Can You Help Police Find...
Wanted New York State Man Arrested After Falling Through Ceiling
A man in New York state, who was wanted by police on three felonies, had thought he had found the perfect hiding spot from authorities. He thought wrong. Thing is, police didn't even have to try very hard to bust his cover either. The suspect basically gave himself up to police on his own.
Help Police Find This Crime Stoppers Wanted Person of the Week
The Mohawk Valley Crime Stoppers Wanted Person of the Week is a 32-year-old male, wanted on two warrants from the Town of Verona, according to Investigator Sahid Karcic of the Oneida County Sheriff's Office. Investigator Karcic says the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office Warrant’s Unit is attempting to locate and arrest...
Motorcycle crash in Verona sends one to hospital
VERONA, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — A motorcycle accident in the Town of Verona on Friday, July 12 has sent one person to the hospital, according to Oneida County Sheriffs. Police were called to Rome New London Road in the Town of Verona at approximately 7 pm on Friday. Further investigation found that the operator of the motorcycle — later identified as 27-year-old Zachary Schnackenberg of Utica — was driving down Rome New London Road at a high rate of speed. Officers say that Schnackenberg tried to navigate a curve when his motorcycle exited the roadway.
Cause of Delta Lake Inn Fire Under Investigation
ROME, N.Y. -- Firefighters are investigating a blaze at the Delta Lake Inn late Sunday afternoon. Rome Fire received a call for a fire alarm activation at the Inn just after 5 p.m. They arrived to find smoke coming from the first-floor laundry room. Firefighters were able to extinguish the...
New York State Police Say Orange County Man Died in Head-On Crash
State Police says that they are continuing to investigate a fatal three-way crash that claimed the life of a Hudson Valley man Thursday. The victim wasn't even involved in the initial crash either, according to a preliminary report. However, the impact from the first collision subsequently sent a semi-truck into the opposite lane, which then struck the victim's vehicle, says offcials.
NY Gov. Hochul says shooting at Trump rally is ‘unacceptable’
NEW YORK (PIX11) – New York Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a statement Saturday after former President Donald Trump was removed from the stage when gunshots rang out at a Pennsylvania campaign rally. “Any violence against a fellow American is disgusting and unacceptable. We must express political disagreements peacefully, civilly, and respectfully. I am praying for […]
The 9 P.M. Routine Is Something Every New Yorker Should Do
Have you heard about a routine that is saving many New Yorkers from future headaches?. Most of us are well aware that thieves are always lurking right around the corner waiting for us to slip up and either forget to lock our doors or leave something valuable in our cars so they can swoop in and steal from us. If you've ever made the mistake of leaving your wallet, computer, phone, or anything of value in your car and then had it stolen from you probably felt a little embarrassed after it happened.
Governor Hochul Announces Double-Digit Declines in Shooting Incidents, Overall Reported Crime on Long Island
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced continued progress in bringing down gun violence and overall crime on Long Island. Shooting incidents with injury decreased 44 percent as reported by the Nassau, Suffolk and Hempstead Police Departments, which all participate in the State's Gun Involved Violence Elimination program. Across Long Island, statistics show a 15 percent overall decrease in index crimes, as well as a 16 percent reduction in property crimes, during the first quarter of 2024. Governor Hochul also announced the investment of more than $50 million for public safety in Nassau and Suffolk Counties, the largest such State investment in history, which was included in this year's State Budget.
Truck Gets Stuck Under Bridge in New York State [PIC]
A large truck hit an underpass in New York state, shutting down traffic in both directions. The same railroad bridge has quite a history when it comes to impacts as well. In fact, this is the very same bridge that was struck three times in just one weekend back in late April.
Bomb Threat at Rome Business Under Investigation
ROME, N.Y. -- A Rome business had to be cleared by police K-9s Sunday morning after a bomb threat. The Oneida County Sheriff's Office says they were called to LCS Janitorial Services on Martin Street in Rome just after 11 AM Sunday. The Sheriff's Office says that K-9 units cleared the building and surrounding area and the threat was deemed not to be credible.
Recent Cyber Attacks Threaten Hudson Valley, New York Infrastructure
The Hudson Valley has fallen victim to a slew of cyber attacks in recent months, compromising important information from both local organizations and individuals. Cyberattack complaints in New York state increased 53% between 2016 and 2022, jumping from 16,426 incidents in 2016 to 25,112 in 2022, according to the FBI. The number of attacks targeting critical infrastructure in New York state nearly doubled to 83 in the first half of 2023 compared to 48 during the entirety of 2022 according to a report released by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.
New York State Woman Allegedly Drove Nearly 4X Over BAC Limit
With the long July 4th weekend behind us, more official reports continue to come to light over arrests law enforcement conducted across the state, especially concerning those suspected of driving while impaired. State Police say during last year’s Fourth of July enforcement period, troopers arrested 193 people for DWI, and investigated 949 crashes.
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