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New York State Police launch manhunt after killing, house fire for 'armed and dangerous' suspect
By Kelsie Cairns
Published August 07, 2026
Police are relying on the public's help in their search for an "armed and dangerous" suspect in connection to a homicide and house fire in upstate New York.
On Friday state police said, "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."
New York State Police put out an initial alert Friday morning for the public to be on the lookout for Thomas David Ryan, 32, who is wanted in connection to a homicide that happened at a home in Greenville.
Police are searching for suspect Thomas Ryan, 32, in connection to a homicide and house fire that occurred in Orange County, New York. (New York State Police)
Police believe that homicide may be connected to a house fire that happened on Thursday on Greenville Turnpike, according to FOX 5 New York. Orange County firefighters responded to the blaze just after 7 p.m.
Investigators have not yet released the identity of the victim, and whether the homicide occurred before or after the fire.
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Firefighters battled a blaze at this home on Greenville Turnpike in Greenville, NY on Thursday. (FOX5 New York)
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The suspect may be driving a 2016 gray Toyota Prius bearing NY license plate HNH-7671, police said.
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State Police say Ryan may be driving a 2016 gray Toyota Prius with NY license plate HNH-7671. (New York State Police)
Here is another angle of the car. (New York State Police)
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"Ryan is 6’2" 200 lbs and was last seen in the area of Greenville [Turnpike] wearing black sweatpants and a black t shirt. Anyone coming in contact with Ryan is advised to use caution," NYSP said.
Police said if you see the suspect do not approach him, instead call 911.
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