The person Utica Police believe is responsible for the shooting death of a 19-year-old Utica mother is under arrest. The suspect is only 18-years-old.

The arrest is the result of an investigation that began back in the early morning hours of Friday, November 8th, 2024. Police officials say units responded to the area of Faxton Street that morning after the UPD ShotSpotter technology detected approximately 16 gunshots fired on the street. Upon arrival officers located two victims suffering gunshot wounds. The male victim survived his gunshot wounds, but a 19-year-old woman by the name of Keyamonie Davis of Utica succumbed to her injuries at Wynn Hospital.

The Utica Police Department's Major Crimes Unit immediately got to work to find Davis' killer and now they believe they have their man. Police announced Wednesday that on Tuesday, November 26th, 2024 members of the UPD and Oneida County District Attorney's Office, with assistance from the Oneida County Sheriff's Office, conducted search warrants at two locations in relation to the Keyamonie Davis homicide investigation. As a result of the search warrants, sufficient evidence was established to make an arrest in connection to Keyamonie's untimely and tragic death, according to police.

ThinkStock via Canva/Utica Police via Facebook
ThinkStock via Canva/Utica Police via Facebook
loading...

As a result of the investigation, police say 18-year-old Quadir Pinkney of Utica was taken into custody and has been charged with Murder in the Second Degree and Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree. Police say several other charges against Pinkney are expected. Police also say it is anticipated that additional parties will be charged in the near future relative to the death of Keyamonie.

Davis was the mother of a young baby named Ka’lani, who she was very proud of. As this investigation continues, we keep Keyamonie's family and loved ones in our thoughts and prayers.

[AUTHOR'S NOTE:   This post is for informational purposes and is based largely on information received from Utica Police.  Regardless of any statements or photographs regarding potential evidence presented or accusations alleged, the reader is reminded that all suspects and/or arrested persons are innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.  At the time of this posting no additional information is available.]

15 Of New York State's Most Wanted Criminals- November 2024

Below are individuals wanted by the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision's (DOCCS) Office of Special Investigations who have been designated as its Most Wanted Fugitives. They should be considered armed and dangerous. This list is current as of 11/01/2024:

NEVER attempt to apprehend a fugitive yourself. If you have information on the location of any of these fugitives, you can contact OSI 24 hours a day / 7 days a week to report it. All leads and tips are treated as confidential information.

If an immediate response is necessary, such as you see the wanted person at a location, please call “911” and report it to the police.

Gallery Credit: Dave Wheeler

10 Jobs Most At Risk For Layoffs In 2025

We have gathered various sources to pinpoint which industries are at risk in 2025. These jobs are listed in random order.

Gallery Credit: Tanner Chambers

The 5 Things Most Likely to Kill You in New York

A new study by the U.S. Career Institute has determined what kills New Yorkers most... and it's a doozy.

Gallery Credit: U.S. Career Institute

More From WIBX 950