On April 3, 2026, at approximately 10:57 p.m., a Oneida County Sheriff’s Office DWI Patrol deputy was traveling on State Route 840 when several vehicle and traffic violations were observed on a 2015 Dodge Ram traveling in a southeasterly direction. The deputy initiated a traffic stop and identified the driver as Hannah Coffin, 26, of Poland, New York.

An investigation at the scene revealed that a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze was traveling west at an unsafe speed while on State Highway 23 in the town of Oneonta when the vehicle went off the roadway and struck a house.

The New York State Police are currently investigating a homicide that occurred on March 31, 2026, at approximately 8:29 p.m. in the Village of Ellenville.

State Police seize untaxed cigarettes following I-81 traffic stop

Consumers are being urged to check their freezers after the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert involving certain frozen dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets sold at Walmart stores nationwide. Federal officials say the affected product may contain unsafe levels of lead.

On April 2nd, 2026 at approximately 9:15AM a call was placed to John F. Kennedy Middle School in which the caller stated that several bombs were placed around the school and would detonate at a particular time.

New Hartford, NY  — A Sunday afternoon vehicle collision on Valley View Road resulted in injuries and a temporary road closure, according to the New Hartford Police Department. Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on Sunday, March 29 , at the intersection of Valley View Road and Cascade Drive. Upon arrival, officers determined that a utility pole had been severed during the collision, prompting the closure of the roadway for a period of time to ensure public safety and

BOONVILLE, N.Y. — A 22-year-old Town of Ava man was injured Monday evening in a one-vehicle motor vehicle accident in the Town of Boonville, according to Oneida County Sheriff Robert Maciol . Sheriff Maciol reported that on March 31, 2026, at approximately 7:45 p.m., Road Patrol Deputies were dispatched to a cell phone crash notification on Jackson Hill Road in the Town of Boonville . Following an investigation at the scene, deputies determined that Michael Crofoot, 22, of Av

Press Release On March 25, 2026, New York State Police arrested Michael Lacross, age 43, of Crown Point, and Jacqueline A. Lacross, age 57, of Crown Point, in connection with a landlord-tenant dispute in the town of Burke. Michael Lacross was charged with Criminal Trespass in the 2nd Degree and Unlawful Eviction. Jacqueline A. Lacross was charged with Unlawful Eviction. On March 17, 2026, at approximately 11:50 a.m., troopers responded to a residence on State Route 11 in the

"The recovery and growth of New York’s bear population is testament to DEC’s vigilant wildlife management efforts,” said Commissioner Lefton. “New York’s big game management plans help maintain populations at levels that are acceptable for local communities and provide sustainable hunting opportunities.”

Shane Daley, age 40, of Galway, New York, pled guilty today to cyberstalking for sending harassing and threatening voicemail messages to a family member of murdered UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

On March 23, 2026, New York State Police charged Larry W. Macey Sr., age 64, Larry W. Macey Jr., age 33, and Jonathon P. Shappy, age 38, all of Plattsburgh, with Gang Assault in the 1st Degree (cause serious physical injury). Additionally, Macey Sr. was charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the 5th Degree.

The New York State Police announce the arrest of Aidan Chun Loong Chan, age 19, of Hicksville, New York, following an extensive investigation into a fraud-related grand larceny that occurred in the town of Williamson, Wayne County. On August 1, 2025, State Police responded to a complaint from a Williamson resident who reported being the victim of a scam involving individuals posing as bank fraud representatives. The victim was deceived into withdrawing $20,000 in cash under t

Latest News | March 20, 2026 Legendary martial artist, actor, and cultural icon Chuck Norris has passed away at the age of 86, according to statements released by his family. Norris died on March 19, 2026, following what has been described as a sudden medical event. His family shared that he was surrounded by loved ones and at peace at the time of his passing. A Larger-Than-Life Legacy Born Carlos Ray Norris in Oklahoma, Chuck Norris rose from humble beginnings to become one

On March 10, 2026, at approximately 3:45 p.m., the New York State Police responded to a motor vehicle collision on State Route 17K in the Town of Crawford. A preliminary investigation determined that a Town of Crawford Police Officer observed a 2011 Nissan traveling on the wrong side of the roadway. The officer activated emergency lights and sirens and followed the vehicle at a safe distance as it continued southbound on State Route 17K.

Trooper Scott P. Enser, 58, died on March 20, 2021, as a result of cancer stemming from his assignment to the World Trade Center site following the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.

A routine traffic stop in the Town of New Hartford escalated into a physical confrontation Tuesday evening, leading to the arrest of a 47-year-old Utica woman. According to the New Hartford Police Department , officers observed a vehicle operating with a suspended registration on State Route 12 on March 17, 2026, at approximately 8:18 p.m. Police initiated a traffic stop and identified the driver as Amira Zukanovic, 47, of Utica. Investigators determined the vehicle was not l

Phishing Expeditions Seek to Trick Customers into Handing Over Personal Information Texts Falsely Claim New Yorkers Owe for Tickets and Need to Pay Immediately The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is warning customers to be aware of the latest efforts to scam them into sharing personal information. The culprits design websites and phishing text messages to look legitimate, hoping some of the recipients will be fooled into providing information that can be use

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