(Binghamton, NY – January 28, 2019) Shortly after 6:20 p.m.
on January 28th, a New York State Trooper observed a vehicle wanted in
connection with an unauthorized use of a motor vehicle complaint. As the Trooper attempted to stop the vehicle,
the vehicle took evasive action and subsequently stopped on ST-17 eastbound in
the town of Kirkwood. When the suspect
vehicle stopped, the driver opened fire and exchanged gunfire with the
Trooper. During the encounter, the
suspect sustained wounds that resulted in the suspect’s death. The Trooper was transported to Wilson Memorial
Hospital for treatment of non life-threatening injuries. Identification of the suspect is pending
family notification. Additional
information will be released as this investigation continues.
