Police seek information on "extremely dangerous" Utica man
UTICA, N.Y. (WKTV) - Utica Police say one of their "Top Ten Most Wanted" is considered "extremely dangerous" and are seeking information as to his whereabouts. Police say Andrew Lee Abston Jr, AKA "Drew", is 37 years old, 6' 4", weighing 270 pounds. "Drew" currently has two warrants out for his arrest - both for different counts of criminal contempt. Police say that the "extremely dangerous" individual once shot an off-duty Utica Police Officer in the foot in the late 1980s. "This individual is extremely dangerous and any assistance from the Public could prove to be helpful in apprehending him," said Public Safety Commissioner Daniel LaBella. If you have any information regarding "Drew's" whereabouts, authorities ask that you call the Utica Police Department's Warrant Unit at 315-223-3580. All calls will be kept confidential. The following comments do not necessarily represent the views of NBC-WKTV News Channel 2. Users have agreed to these terms and in doing so accept full responsibility for their comments. Moderation is limited. Wednesday, Oct 8 at 12:03 PM Grand Ma wrote ...Wow what a nice young man! So clean shaven, I'm sure he's just confused! Flag for moderationWednesday, Oct 8 at 12:02 PM unknown wrote ...one-that was uncalled for about bobby.. you should apologize. two-this guy should have never been let go if he is so dangerous you had him and let him go...three-UPD is not a joke you will need them some day and you will not think there're a joke then. Try and do their job... Flag for moderationWednesday, Oct 8 at 9:59 AM Pepe Ed wrote ...Huh? the late '80's? and NOW it's news? and you wonder why the area is not on any list for a viable area to bring any type of business to. Flag for moderationWednesday, Oct 8 at 6:23 AM To blessed wrote ...This "good person" has done 3 separate bids in prison for violent crimes. I trust the judgment of our police more than yours. Flag for moderationTuesday, Oct 7 at 7:53 PM blessed wrote ...this man is actually a good person if you kinew him .He would and has given the shirt off his back .I chose to make this comment because so many people make negative comments . If the world pre-judged as easy as some of you make these comments we would all be in jail .Since when do our choices become us and just where would forgiveness come in . life leaves room for mistakes people don't. Flag for moderationTuesday, Oct 7 at 7:38 PM Shakes Head wrote ...Instead of looking for and finding criminals like this, our officers are busy arresting and fineing people for non-dangerous things like walking by by the curb, and trespassing at fast track with proper id to purchase the product you asked for...they'll never find him, thier to busy trying to collect fine money...maybe he'll litter, theyll surley catch him then!!!! UPD what a JOKE!!! Flag for moderationTuesday, Oct 7 at 12:25 PM Um.... wrote ...There he is right there! They took his picture and let him go? Good grief! Flag for moderationTuesday, Oct 7 at 9:11 AM Why ask wrote ...Why??? This is Oneida county, home of "Lets Make A Deal" Flag for moderationTuesday, Oct 7 at 8:03 AM justMe wrote ...They've been looking for him for a year, but all of a sudden today he's very armed and dangerous?? Are we missing something here?? Great, he didn't show up for court a year ago. So what exactly have they been doing the past year that they can't find some almost 300 pound guy in Utica. Flag for moderationTuesday, Oct 7 at 12:12 AM That's just Wrong wrote ...We talk about how much our world has changed, but some there are still idiots out there. I'm refering to the made by "I know where he is". Bobby is a good man who works hard and you owe him an apology!! Flag for moderationMonday, Oct 6 at 5:57 PM lfpinny wrote ...When did he make the top ten? He just left Oneida County Jail last year which surprised a lot of people. Flag for moderationMonday, Oct 6 at 5:06 PM HOW THE HECK IS IT wrote ...That this guy is not locked up for shooting someone let alone shooting a cop? Again our justice system does right by us. Its a joke! Flag for moderationMonday, Oct 6 at 4:44 PM I know where he is! wrote ...He's selling shirts and sneakers in Oneida Square on Genesee St! Flag for moderationMonday, Oct 6 at 2:57 PM Justice wrote ...The big question is why is he out of jail? If he shot a cop, most likely with an illegal gun, he should have been locked up for life. It's wonder why all these liberal states are in the shape there in. Flag for moderationAdd a commentMost Popular
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