Update August 8, 2026, 3:50 p.m.:

The New York State Police continue a coordinated investigation to safely locate and apprehend homicide suspect Thomas Ryan, who remains wanted in connection with the August 6, 2026, homicide in the Town of Greenville.

The victim has been identified as Thomas Ryan’s father, Robert Ryan, age 70, of 512 Greenville Turnpike. Thomas Ryan did not reside with his father at the time of the incident and has no other known current ties to the Greenville community.

Investigators have determined that Thomas has lived a transient lifestyle, staying at numerous shelters throughout New York State. Investigators have followed up on these locations and continue to immediately and thoroughly investigate all tips and reported sightings.

The investigation is being led by the New York State Police Troop F Bureau of Criminal Investigation, including specialized units of the Major Crimes Unit, Computer Crimes Unit, Forensic Identification Unit, Community Stabilization Unit, and undercover investigators assigned to the Violent Gang and Narcotics Enforcement Team (VGNET). State Police are working alongside the City of Middletown Police Department, City of Port Jervis Police Department, Orange County Sheriff’s Office, NYPD, and the FBI. The New York State Intelligence Center, Hudson Valley Crime Analysis Center, Orange County Medical Examiner’s Office and Orange County District Attorney’s Office are also assisting. 

Investigators continue to methodically pursue every lead and are conducting an extensive video canvass expanding outward from the crime scene to reconstruct Thomas’ movements. Residents should expect investigators to be conducting neighborhood canvasses and knocking on doors throughout the area this weekend.

Extra State Police patrols have been deployed to patrol the town of Greenville and surrounding communities. 

Residents of Greenville and surrounding communities are asked to review home or business surveillance footage recorded from approximately 6:00 p.m. on August 6 through the overnight hours and immediately report suspicious activity.

The preliminary investigation determined Ryan fled the area in the victim’s gray 2016 Toyota Prius, New York registration HNH-7671. Ryan is also known to travel by train, and investigators are coordinating with rail transportation partners.

Members of the public should remain vigilant and immediately report any sighting of Thomas or the vehicle. Do not approach or attempt to confront him.

The community’s assistance is critical. Even the smallest detail could provide investigators with information needed to safely locate Thomas and bring this investigation to a safe conclusion.

Anyone with information regarding Ryan’s whereabouts is urged not to approach him and to immediately contact New York State Police Troop F Communications at (845) 344-5300 or call 911. Tips can be emailed to [email protected].

Update August 7, 2026, 3:40 p.m.:

The New York State Police is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Thomas Ryan, who is known to frequent the Plattsburgh area in Clinton County.

Ryan is wanted in connection with a homicide investigation in Orange County and is believed to be ARMED AND DANGEROUS.

Anyone with information regarding Ryan’s whereabouts is urged not to approach him and to immediately contact New York State Police Troop F Communications at (845) 344-5300 or call 911. Tips can be emailed to [email protected].

The assistance of the community is critical, and even the smallest piece of information could prove invaluable in bringing this investigation to a safe resolution.

Update August 7, 2026, 11:00 a.m.:

The State Police is releasing the following statement from Captain Brad Natalizio, Troop F Bureau of Criminal Investigation, regarding the search for Thomas Ryan:

The New York State Police, Troop F BCI, in partnership with our local, county, and federal law enforcement partners, continue to actively investigate this homicide and are pursuing every available lead to locate Thomas Ryan. We are asking the public to remain vigilant and immediately report any sightings of Ryan or the victim’s gray 2016 Toyota Prius (New York registration HNH7671). Investigators have coordinated an extensive, multi-agency effort that includes neighboring police departments, crime analysis centers, transportation partners, and aviation resources to locate the suspect. Thomas Ryan should be considered armed and dangerous.

The New York State Police Troop F Bureau of Criminal Investigation is asking residents of the Greenville community to review any available home surveillance footage recorded from approximately 6:00 p.m. on August 6, 2026, through the overnight hours. Anyone who observes suspicious activity is urged to contact the New York State Police immediately. Even information that may seem insignificant could prove valuable to the investigation.

Anyone with information regarding Ryan’s whereabouts is urged not to approach him and to immediately contact the New York State Police Troop F Communications (845-344-5300) or call 911. The assistance of the community is critical, and even the smallest piece of information could prove invaluable in bringing this investigation to a safe resolution.

Original Press Release August 7, 2026, 8:31 a.m.:

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.