×
Welcome To
Acadia Broadcasting NewsThe Latest and Greatest ContentYour Trusted Local Source

Newsroom

Suspect in summer shooting arrested by city police

By CJ Goater Oct 23, 2024 | 1:33 PM

(Acadia Broadcasting File Photo)

City police have arrested a suspected connected to reports of gunshots in July on Wiley Street.

Officers with the Break, Enter and Robbery Unit were investigating a separate situation on Tuesday when a suspect involved in the shooting was spotted.

The suspect was successfully arrested on Academy Drive after attempting to run.

They were in possession of a loaded firearm, and a quantity of suspected cocaine and cash.

As a result of the investigation, a 21-year-old is facing several charges including:

  • Attempted murder using restricted or prohibited firearm x7
  • Discharge a firearm with intent
  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition
  • Possession of a firearm obtained by crime
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Possession of prohibited device or ammunition for a dangerous purpose
  • Failure to comply with a release order
  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon
  • Failure to comply with a release order
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking

The accused appeared in court on Wednesday and remains in custody with a future court date.