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Utica Police Arrest Two in Bank Fraud; One Suspect Remains At Large
In July, Utica Police responded to a report of a victim coerced into fraudulent bank withdrawals by acquaintances armed with handguns. The victim was threatened and forced to cash stolen checks at multiple banks after initially failing to process the transactions. They were held against their will at a residence until complying with demands. This incident underscores serious concerns regarding personal safety and financial fraud in the area.