Utica Man Charged With Robbery After Year Long Investigation

A year-long investigation by Utica Police has led to the arrest of a Utica man on robbery charges.

Police say 33-year old Michael Wiatr allegedly robbed Nicholas Jewelers on Genesse Street in February of last year.

They say Wiatr was able to get a quantity of cash and jewelry before he fled the store.

He's currently being held at the Oneida County Jail pending further court proceedings.