Two Utica men, Rashiem Love, 20, and Jisiel Hunt, 18, are now facing multiple weapon charges after being stopped by police in Oneida Square on April 23. The Utica Police Department conducted the stop as part of proactive measures to address rising gun violence in the area, resulting in the discovery of loaded handguns on both suspects during a pat frisk.
Love is charged with two counts of weapon possession, while Hunt faces four counts of criminal weapon possession in addition to firearm possession charges. The incident underscores the police department’s commitment to enhancing safety and reducing gun-related incidents in Utica, as authorities intensify their monitoring of high-risk areas.
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