Authorities are on a manhunt for a suspect considered “armed and dangerous” in relation to a recent homicide and subsequent house fire in upstate New York.
Officials from the New York State Police issued an alert early Friday morning, urging the public to keep an eye out for 32-year-old Thomas David Ryan. He is sought in connection with a murder that took place in a Greenville residence.
Law enforcement suspects this murder is linked to a house fire that ignited Thursday on Greenville Turnpike. As reported by FOX 5 New York, Orange County firefighters arrived at the scene shortly after 7 p.m. to combat the flames.
Law enforcement is actively seeking Thomas Ryan, 32, as a potential suspect in the grievous incidents of homicide and house fire that transpired in Orange County, New York. (New York State Police)
The identity of the victim has not yet been disclosed by investigators, and it remains unclear whether the murder took place before or subsequent to the fire.
Firefighters battled a blaze at this home on Greenville Turnpike in Greenville, NY on Thursday. (FOX5 New York)
The suspect may be driving a 2016 gray Toyota Prius bearing NY license plate HNH-7671, police said.
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)
“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.