Police: Trooper Responds to Report of Menacing, Shoots Suspect

Update Tuesday 5:20 p.m.: The suspect who was shot died as a result of thier injuries. Additional details will be released at a press conference to be held on Wednesday, September 26.

Information on the time and location of the press conference will be released on the State Police Online Newsroom on Wednesday.

Original Story:

The incident occurred at approximately 11:00 a.m. Tuesday morning.

State Police were dispatched to a Menacing call at 6063 State Route 82 in the Town of Stanford.

During the call, a member of the State Police discharged a Division-issued firearm, striking the suspect.

The name of the trooper and the individual who was shot are not being released at this time.

The investigation into the shooting is ongoing. Additional details will be posted when they become available.