On November 4, 2025, Rochester Police arrested Ethan Saint-Val, 22, of Rochester, for Disorderly Conduct, a violation-level offense, following a traffic stop on Wakefield Street.

The stop was initiated due to modified emissions on his vehicle that were making sounds consistent with gunfire. Saint-Val was issued a hand summons and given a court date of December 16, 2025, at the 7th Circuit Rochester Court.

Police continue to investigate tips related to this ongoing issue and will maintain traffic enforcement efforts regarding vehicles with these types of modifications.

Anyone with information about these vehicles is asked to contact the Rochester Police Department at 603-330-7128. Anonymous information can also be provided by calling the Rochester Crime Line at 603-335-6500 or by texting CRIMES (274637) with the body of the text reading: TEXT4CASH + your tip. Cash rewards are offered for information that leads to an arrest.