Four Arrested In Utica Drug Bust
A lengthy investigation into the sale and possession of drugs in Utica has resulted in the arrest of four people, including three teens.
The UPD Metro Unit performed a search warrant at 20 Watson Place yesterday, and allegedly found cocaine, heroin, marijuana, scales and a .22 caliber handgun.
Police arrested Gaynor Davis, 49, and teenagers Daequan Perkins, 16; Justice Hall, 18; and Daquon Holmes, 17.
The four were charged with:
- Criminal Possession of a Weapon (Misdemeanor)
- Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance (Misdemeanor and Felony)
- Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor)
Hill was also charged with an added Unlawful Possession of Marijuana violation.
The UPD was assisted on the scene by the Utica/New Hartford Emergency Response Team, U.S. Marshals Service and the Special Operations Unit.