NEW YORK — On June 27, 2015, an autopsy was conducted on the remains of Richard Matt at Albany Medical Center.
Dr. Michael Sikirica determined the cause of death to be severe skull fractures and brain injuries due to gunshot wounds to the head.
An examination of the body revealed bug bites on the lower extremities, blisters, and minor abrasions consistent with living in the woods for three weeks.
A preliminary investigation revealed a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Tactical Unit member discharged several rounds from a semi-automatic weapon striking Matt in the head three times.
Toxicology results are pending.
The New York State Police continue to search for escaped prisoner David Sweat. Sunday’s search efforts continue along State Route 30 between County Route 41 in the Town of Malone and County Route 26 in the Town of Duane.
On Sunday, residents will also notice a large police presence north and south of the village of Malone as teams continue to search for Sweat.
Tactical, K9 and aviation units from the involved agencies will continue searches within the perimeter in effort to locate the suspect.
On Sunday, there are approximately 1,300 federal, state and local law enforcement members involved in the search area. These agencies include Forest Rangers and Conservation Officers from the Department of Environmental Conservation, officers from the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, the FBI, U.S. Marshals Service, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Plattsburgh Police, Vermont State Police, and the Clinton, Franklin and Washington County Sheriff’s Departments. All available assets are being deployed around the clock.
