On August 6, 2026, at about 7:30 p.m., State Police Greenville barracks responded to a reported structure fire at a residence on Greenville Turnpike in Greenville, Orange County. 

After the fire was extinguished, the body of a deceased male was located inside the residence. The preliminary investigation has revealed the fire was deliberately set, and State Police is investigating the death as a homicide.

State Police is attempting to locate Thomas David Ryan, 32, of Greenville, in connection to this case.  Ryan is believed to be operating a 2016 gray Toyota Prius bearing NY license plate HNH-7671. Ryan is 6’2 and approximately 200 lbs. He was last seen in the area of Greenville Tpke wearing black sweatpants and a black t-shirt. 

Ryan is believed to be ARMED and DANGEROUS. 

Anyone coming into contact with Ryan should use extreme caution and contact 911 immediately. Anyone with information about the case should contact SP Middletown BCI at 845-344-5300.