Search Warrant Execution in Utica Leads to Arrest & Seizure of Narcotics

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, more than 2 ounces of crystal methamphetamine, more than 1 ounce of crack cocaine, over 1/8 ounce of fentanyl, as well as cutting agents, various drug packaging materials, a scale, and cell phones.

As a result of the investigation, Richard Brown, age 52, of Utica, NY, was arrested and charged with:   •    Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 2nd degree (Class A-II Felony)   •    Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd degree (Class B Felony)

Brown was transported to the Oneida County Centralized Arraignment to await arraignment.