Cairo, NY (WRGB) — A reported assault at a Greene County campground escalated into a deadly confrontation Monday night when a man emerged from a camper holding what appeared to be a handgun and pointed it at a New York State trooper, authorities said.
New York State Police said troopers were called to the Whip-O-Will Campground in Cairo on Sept. 14, 2026, at about 8:22 p.m. for a report of an assault involving two males.
When troopers arrived, they found the reported assault victim with a head injury. State Police said the victim directed troopers to a nearby camper in the campground where the other male involved was located.
As troopers approached, State Police said a male subject exited the camper holding what appeared to be a black handgun in his right hand. The man pointed the apparent handgun at a trooper and continued advancing toward him, authorities said. The trooper then shot his gun, hitting the male.
Troopers immediately provided medical aid and requested emergency medical services, State Police said. The male was pronounced dead at the scene by EMS personnel.
Authorities said the identities of those involved are being withheld pending next-of-kin notifications and will be released in a subsequent update.
The incident is being investigated by the New York Attorney General’s Office and the Bureau of Criminal Investigation at Catskill.
Anyone with information is asked to contact New York State Police at 845-344-5300.