Rome Man Arrested by Deputies Following Verona Gun Incident
A Rome man was taken into custody by deputies following a firearm-related incident in Verona. The suspect, Floyd F. Bush Jr., aged 48, was arrested after a motor vehicle accident linked to gunfire.
Incident Overview
On November 29 at 2:29 p.m., deputies from the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of an accident involving a vehicle and a firearm. This incident took place on a seasonal road in the town of Verona.
Details of the Incident
Upon arrival, deputies discovered that a verbal altercation had escalated into a motor vehicle accident that resulted in property damage. During their investigation, officers learned that a gun was fired, striking the vehicle occupied by two individuals. Fortunately, none of the parties suffered injuries.
Arrest and Charges
The Criminal Investigations Unit took over the investigation, leading to the arrest of Bush. He has been charged with first-degree reckless endangerment, classified as a class D felony.
Post-Arrest Processing
After the arrest, Floyd F. Bush Jr. was transported to the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Building for processing. Following this, he was taken to the Oneida County Correctional Facility, where he currently awaits a centralized arraignment.
- Date of incident: November 29
- Time of incident: 2:29 p.m.
- Location: Verona, Oneida County
- Suspect: Floyd F. Bush Jr., 48
- Charges: First-degree reckless endangerment (Class D felony)
This incident highlights the serious nature of gun-related incidents involving vehicles and the prompt response of law enforcement in the region.
