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Police: NY Man Jailed For Wielding BB Gun, Fleeing During Dispute With Sussex County Landscaper

A 31-year-old man has been jailed after wielding a BB gun during an alleged dispute with a Sussex County landscaper.

Morris County Jail

Morris County Jail

Photo Credit: Morris County Sheriff

David A. G. Martin of Peekskill, NY is accused of brandishing PSM45 BB handgun during an argument over payment at a landscaping business off Limecrest Road around 3 p.m. Wednesday, Andover Township Police said.

Martin then drove away, heading toward Newton-Sparta road in a red Ford F150, police said.

Martin’s vehicle was located “within minutes” on Lawrence Road, where he was stopped and found in possession of the BB gun used in the incident, police said.

Martin was arrested and charged with terroristic threats, unlawful possession of weapons and aggravated assault, among other weapons offenses.

He was being held at Morris County Jail pending an appearance in court.

Newton Police also assisted at the scene, authorities said.

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