Man Arrested on Weapons Charges in Cohoes

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An 18-year-old Cohoes man named Christopher Kelly Jr. was arrested and charged with multiple felonies, including criminal possession of a weapon and reckless endangerment, after allegedly firing a handgun during an argument on a city street last week. No injuries were reported, but police discovered a bullet hole in a parked vehicle after responding to a report of a gunshot and reviewing surveillance footage.

Why it matters

Gun violence and weapons crimes are an ongoing concern for many communities, with incidents like this highlighting the need for public safety measures and conflict de-escalation. This case will likely draw attention to Cohoes' efforts to address gun-related crimes and the broader debate around firearm regulations.

The details

According to police, the incident occurred around 9:50 p.m. on February 20 near the intersection of Main Street and Schuyler Street in Cohoes. Officers responded to a report of a gunshot and reviewed surveillance footage, which showed several people arguing before one person produced a handgun and fired once. No injuries were reported, but police did find a bullet hole in the front driver-side fender of a parked vehicle.

• The incident occurred around 9:50 p.m. on February 20, 2026.
• Kelly was arraigned in Cohoes City Court before Judge Galarneau on February 21, 2026.

What’s next

Kelly was remanded without bail to the Albany County Correctional Facility, and the investigation by the Cohoes Police Department is continuing.