Troy Man Sentenced to 16 Years for Shooting Brother
Stafon Ferrell received a 16-year prison term after his conviction for shooting his brother in a 6th Avenue home.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Violence
A 31-year-old Troy man, Stafon Ferrell, was sentenced to 16 years in prison following his conviction for attempted murder, assault, and criminal possession of a weapon. The sentencing comes after he shot his brother at a home on 6th Avenue.
Why it matters
The conviction and subsequent lengthy prison sentence conclude a violent legal matter that occurred in the community last summer. Ferrell will also serve five years of post-release supervision following his incarceration.
Stafon Ferrell was sentenced to 16 years of incarceration followed by five years of post-release supervision. He was found guilty of multiple charges, including attempted murder and assault, following his arrest at a nearby store.
The players
Stafon Ferrell
He is a 31-year-old man from Troy who was convicted of attempted murder and assault.
The details
Authorities tracked Ferrell to a local store after he shot his brother at a residence on 6th Avenue. The charges stemmed from the incident which took place in the summer of 2025.
Timeline
July 6, 2025: Stafon Ferrell shot his brother at a 6th Avenue home in Troy.
October 20, 2026: Stafon Ferrell was sentenced for the shooting.
Legal Context
The sentence handed down to Ferrell follows the established framework of New York State Penal Law sentencing guidelines for violent felony offenses. This case represents a standard application of the justice system in response to acts of attempted murder and assault.
The sentencing of Ferrell closes the legal process concerning a violent incident that occurred within a residential neighborhood. Residents can expect no further disruptions related to this specific investigation as the suspect has been remanded to custody.
The takeaway
Violent domestic disputes frequently result in severe, long-term legal consequences for the perpetrator under state law. Families dealing with similar conflicts are encouraged to seek local mediation resources before incidents escalate to violence.
Further reading
For more information on ongoing legal matters, see the Troy Violence section.
