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Two arrested on weapons, drug charges following search in Albany
ALBANY, NY (WRGB) — An early morning warrant search on Thursday netted a loaded handgun, an quantity of narcotics -- and two arrests. On Thursday at around 6:40 a.m., Albany detectives from the Community Response Unit, and the U.S. Marshalls executed a search warrant at a home in the area of Cortland Place and Spring Street as part of an ongoing investigation.
Attorney General James Announces Arrest of Colonie Car Dealership Owner for Failing to Pay Over $160,000 in Taxes
New York Attorney General Letitia James and Acting Commissioner of Taxation and Finance Amanda Hiller today announced the arrest of Guy Kennedy Nicolas of Colonie, New York on six felony charges for allegedly failing to report over $2 million in taxable sales and pay over $160,000 in sales tax. An investigation led by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) found that Nicolas failed to file annual sales tax returns for his car dealership business, G&A Auto Care Inc., for all but two years from 2013 to 2023. If convicted, he faces a maximum sentence of 5 to 15 years in prison.
Albany man admits to giving gun to teen who fatally shot himself
An Albany man has admitted to giving a gun to a 14-year-old boy who accidentally shot and killed himself. Ellazar Williams pleaded guilty in Albany County Court on Friday to criminally negligent homicide. As part of a plea agreement, he will receive a sentence of 1 1/3 to 4 years in prison, according to the Albany County District Attorney’s Office.
Troy man caught with drugs, weapons, and over $20,000 search of home
TROY, NY (WRGB) — A Troy man faces multiple drug and weapons charges following a warrant search Thursday in the city. On Thursday, April 25th, around 9:30am Troy Police Department Detectives and Patrol Officers executed a search warrant in the area of Douw Street and River Street in connection to an ongoing gun and drug sales investigation. The suspect involved in the investigation, identified as Kervin E. Tribble, 45, was taken into custody and his residence was searched.
Colonie sports complex owner honored by state police
Troop G state police officers gave a plaque of appreciation to Afrim Nezaj. He owns Afrim’s Sports Complex in Colonie. Police recently used his space for a training operation. State police greatly appreciate his support and commitment to state police and the surrounding community, they said. Around The Web.
Multiple arrests made after stabbing, robbery calls
The Saratoga County Sheriff's Office said they have arrested multiple people in regards to a stabbing investigation in Clifton Park that happened on February 20. The stabbing was in retaliation to a robbery in Halfmoon, according to deputies. The stabbing victim was rushed to Albany Med with potentially life-threatening injuries.
4/26/24 — Warmer Days Ahead
The Latest Storm Tracker Forecast from Meteorologists Kevin Appleby & Jordan Due:. We’ve been pretty lucky recently with a series of nice days! Today was no exception. We stayed mild and dry in the 60s and hopefully, many of us enjoyed the sunshine to kick off the end of the work week. We’re coming down to the 30s tonight but for us in the Capital Region, we are a touch warmer than we have been the past few nights. More up north into the mountains, temperatures are a bit cooler, leaning more towards the low-mid 30s.
Troy man faces weapons, drug charges
A Troy man is facing weapons and drug charges. Police responded to the area of Douw and River streets for an investigation. They found an illegal handgun in his possession and drugs such as cocaine, Ecstasy, fentanyl and ketamine. There was also $20,100 in cash in his home, police said.
Police arrest Troy man over alleged handgun, assault
Troy police arrested a local man on Wednesday, claiming he had a loaded, stolen gun. They reported charges against Ramell D. Edge, 37, of Troy for having an illegal handgun, assault, and endangering the welfare of a child.
Hochul makes ‘Back to Basics’ reading announcement in Albany
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Governor Kathy Hochul made an announcement regarding reading education Friday in Albany. “Back to Basics” reading legislation was signed into law as part of the FY 2025 budget. The “Back to Basics” plan will have every New York classroom use evidence-based instructions to...
Police: Waterford man had over 20 pounds of pot in car
A Waterford man is accused of possessing more than 20 pounds of pot. Frank W. Grasso, 21, was stopped by police around 7:30 p.m. Saturday for vehicle and traffic violations. Troopers found the drugs in his vehicle, they said. Grasso was charged with criminal possession of cannabis and traffic violations.
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