Man Arrested Outside New York State Fair With AR-15
A North Carolina man was arrested with an assault weapon outside of the New York State Fair.
A 34-year-old man from Charlotte, North Carolina was arrested outside of the New York State Fair on Saturday, August 24, 2024. Curtis D. Young was charged with two counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, a 3rd degree class “D” felony. New York State Troopers observed Young acting suspiciously after exiting his truck on the exit ramp from I-690 at State Fair Boulevard. During an interview with State Police, he admitted that he had an AR-15 and a 30-round magazine inside of his truck.
He was taken to the Onondaga County Justice Center for CAP court arraignment. There is no information provided as to what he was doing or planned to do with the weapon during a busy day at the fair.
All The Remaining Concerts At The New York State Fair
The New York State Fair is underway now through Labor Day, Monday, September 2, 2024. There are a ton of concerts taking place...here's the list.
Chevy Court Concerts
Tuesday, August 27, 1 pm - Little Anthony and the Imperials
Tuesday, August 27, 6 pm - Blue Öyster Cult
Wednesday, August 28, 6 pm - Danielle Ponder
Thursday, August 29, 6 pm - Chapel Hart
Friday, August 30, 1 pm - The Cleverlys
Friday, August 30, 6 pm - Josh Ross
Friday, August 30, 9 pm - DJ Swiftie
Saturday, August 31, noon to 10 pm - JAMS Funk Fest (with headliners Raydio, TMF, and C.P. Lacey)
Sunday, September 1, 1 pm - Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour
Sunday, September 1, 6 pm - Snow Tha Product
Monday, September 2, noon and 4 pm - Journey From the Heart
Suburban Park Concerts
Tuesday, August 27, 8 pm - Stephen Sanchez
Wednesday, August 28, 8 pm - Joan Jett and The Blackhearts
Friday, August 30, 8 pm - Big Boi
Saturday, August 31, 8 pm - Brian Kelley
Monday, September 2, 6 pm - Jackyl
***The price of all concerts is included in Fair admission. Tickets are $8 for adults. Admission for children under the age of 12 and people who are 65 and older is free.