Binghamton Man Arrested for Illegal Gun Possession
A 24-year-old man was taken into custody after police recovered a handgun during a stop near a local school.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Law Enforcement
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Binghamton police arrested Evan Nickerson on October 8, 2026, following reports of an individual carrying a firearm near a school. Officers discovered an American Tactical 1911 .45-caliber handgun in his possession during a subsequent traffic stop.
Why it matters
The arrest addressed community safety concerns after a resident reported seeing a person with a weapon at a business. Authorities intervened to prevent potential violence near the Calvin Coolidge Elementary School.
Evan Nickerson faces charges of criminal possession of a firearm and a weapon following his arraignment in Binghamton City Court. He has been released on his own recognizance while the investigation into the recovered .45-caliber handgun continues.
The players
Binghamton Police Department
This local agency is responsible for law enforcement and criminal investigations within the city of Binghamton, New York.
Evan Nickerson
He is the 24-year-old individual who was arrested for the illegal possession of a firearm.
Calvin Coolidge Elementary School
This educational institution serves as a primary site in the local community near where the police conducted their traffic stop.
The details
Acting on a tip from a resident at 218 Robinson Street, police tracked Nickerson to an e-bike stop at the intersection of Glen Avenue and Griffiths Street. Nickerson admitted to officers that he possessed the weapon and used it for target practice without a permit.
Timeline
Police received a report of a man with a gun on October 8, 2026, at 10:45 a.m.
Evan Nickerson was arrested, arraigned, and released on October 8, 2026.
Legal Context
This case follows established protocols regarding New York State firearm licensing requirements. It reflects broader efforts by local authorities to mitigate firearm-related risks in proximity to sensitive zones like public schools.
Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity involving firearms to local authorities immediately. The police investigation emphasizes the effectiveness of community-provided tips in maintaining neighborhood safety near schools.
The takeaway
Illegal possession of firearms carries severe legal consequences regardless of whether the owner admits to using the weapon for target practice. Residents play a critical role in public safety by promptly alerting police to potential threats in their community.
Further reading
Learn more about local safety efforts on the Law Enforcement page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wbng.
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