New York State Police Arrest Two Following Milton Burglary Investigation

On December 21, 2025, State Police of Saratoga arrested Kevin R. Kelly, 35, of Ballston Spa, NY, and Nicholas J. Murtlow, 36, of Middle Grove, NY, each for:

o Burglary 2nd, a class “C” felony

o Conspiracy 4th, a class “E” felony

o Criminal Possession of Stolen Property 5th, a class “A” misdemeanor

o Possession of Burglar Tools, a class “A” misdemeanor

Murtlow was also charged with a vehicle and traffic law violation.

On December 21, 2025, at approximately 1:55 p.m., Troopers responded to a home on Rowland Street in Milton for reports of suspicious activity. On arrival, Murtlow and Kelly were located on the property actively removing items from a house and placing them in a vehicle. The investigation determined that neither man had permission to enter the home or to remove items that did not belong to them. Further investigation discovered a burglar tool in the vehicle the pair were using.

Murtlow and Kelly were arrested at the scene and transported to SP Saratoga for processing. Both were arraigned at the Milton Town Court. Kelly was remanded to the Saratoga County Correctional facility in lieu of $10,000 cash, $20,000 bond, or a $100,000 partially secured bond. Murtlow was remanded to the Saratoga County Correctional facility without bail.