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Press Conference at Utica City Hall: Tragic Shooting Incident

The screams of a grieving mother could be heard through Utica City Hall at a press conference Saturday morning, detailing the shooting death of a 13-year-old member of the Karen community by an officer on Friday night. The heartbreaking cries echoed through the hall, capturing the profound grief and devastation felt by the family.

What started as rumblings turned into screams from all sides as Utica Mayor Michael Galime, through the help of an interpreter, spoke to the mother and family of the 13-year-old boy. The emotional intensity of the moment was palpable, as the community grappled with the tragic loss.

Saturday’s press conference was originally meant for members of the press, but was opened up to the general public due to the sheer number of people, according to the mayor. The decision to involve the public underscored the community’s desire for transparency and understanding in the wake of the tragedy.

“We called this press conference not to just explain and be completely transparent, but to offer our condolences to the family and the community for their loss,” Galime said. The mayor’s commitment to transparency and empathy set the tone for a candid discussion of the events that unfolded on that fateful night.