Driver reached for knife during DWI stop, had loaded gun, police say
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
More from Leila →Reporter · Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 12:50 PM · 1 min read
A driver in suburban Rochester allegedly reached toward a knife during a DWI stop and had a loaded handgun in the backseat.