UPDATE:

The suspect involved in the officer-involved shooting has been identified as Victor L. Craighead, age 47, of Harrisville, New York. 

During the incident, the suspect exited his residence located at 7654 Alpine Road armed with a long gun and fired at law enforcement. A member of the New York State Police discharged their division-issued firearm, striking the suspect.

The Trooper who discharged his firearm has been identified as Trooper Timothy Dovi. Trooper Dovi has been a member of the New York State Police for more than nine years and is assigned to the Special Operations Response Team. He is currently on critical incident leave.

Multiple body-worn cameras captured the incident. The footage is not being released at this time due to the ongoing investigation.

Autopsies related to the initial homicide investigation are scheduled to be conducted today at the Broome County Medical Examiner’s Office in Binghamton. Positive identification of the deceased individuals is pending confirmation by the Medical Examiner’s Office.

This investigation remains ongoing.

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Original Press Release March 28, 2026

On March 27, 2026, at approximately 4:49 p.m., New York State Police in Carthage responded to 7601 Alpine Road in the town of Diana for a reported trespass.

A preliminary investigation determined that a homeowner, who was not at the residence, observed an individual on their property via a security camera. The individual appeared to be armed with a long gun and subsequently left the area. The homeowner contacted law enforcement.

While responding, troopers located a burned vehicle nearby containing remains of a deceased individual. A second burned vehicle was later located in the vicinity, also containing remains of a deceased individual.

The investigation led troopers to a nearby residence on Alpine Road, where a perimeter was established. Additional State Police resources responded to the scene.

During the incident, the suspect exited the residence armed with a long gun and fired at law enforcement. At that time, a member of the New York State Police discharged their division-issued firearm, striking the suspect.

Troopers immediately rendered aid. The suspect was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation and Major Crimes Unit are continuing the investigation in conjunction with the New York State Attorney General’s Office.

The New York State Police were assisted by the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Natural Bridge Ambulance, Lewis County Search & Rescue, and Harrisville Fire Department.

There is no known threat to the public. The investigation remains ongoing.