Albany Man Pleads Guilty to Weapons Charge
Lateek Williams faces an eight-year prison sentence following an altercation and shooting on Madison Avenue.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Violence
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Lateek Williams, 26, entered a guilty plea to second-degree weapons possession in Albany court. The plea follows a shooting incident at The Pub on Madison Avenue that left no individuals injured.
Why it matters
The guilty plea resolves a case stemming from a year-long police investigation into the November 2024 shooting. The agreement includes the dismissal of an attempted murder charge against Williams.
Lateek Williams pleaded guilty to second-degree weapons possession on October 9, 2026. He is currently awaiting a sentencing hearing scheduled for December 15, 2026.
The players
Lateek Williams
He is a 26-year-old defendant who pleaded guilty to second-degree weapons possession.
The details
Williams was involved in an altercation at The Pub, during which he displayed a handgun and later fired shots at a vehicle. Police conducted a year-long investigation before successfully apprehending the suspect in late 2025.
Timeline
Nov. 2, 2024: Altercation occurred and the vehicle was fired upon.
Nov. 25, 2025: Police arrested Lateek Williams.
Oct. 9, 2026: Williams entered a formal guilty plea.
Oct. 22, 2026: The District Attorney announced the plea agreement.
Dec. 15, 2026: The court scheduled the sentencing hearing.
Legal Context
This case follows the standard enforcement of New York State Penal Law Article 265 regarding criminal possession of a weapon. The outcome mirrors a broader local legal trend of prioritizing plea agreements that secure convictions for firearm offenses over higher-level attempted murder charges.
Residents in the area can expect the formal conclusion of this case following the court's sentencing hearing in December. The resolution of the investigation officially marks the end of police activity related to the Madison Avenue incident.
The takeaway
This case highlights the importance of year-long investigative efforts in securing convictions for violent incidents. Community members are encouraged to report suspicious activity immediately to help law enforcement prevent future escalations.
What happens next
The sentencing hearing for Lateek Williams is scheduled to take place on December 15, 2026.
Further reading
For additional information on regional safety, view the Albany Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by New City Daily Voice.
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