The New York State Police continue to search for escapees David Sweat and Richard Matt in the area around the Clinton Correctional Facility in Dannemora. The area around State Route 374 remains the focus of the search, and the road will remain closed between General Leroy Manor Road and Rand Hill Road through at least tomorrow.
As of Monday, more than 800 law enforcement officers from state, local and federal agencies are assisting in this search. Investigators will continue to search door to door to remind residents to be vigilant.
Officers and Forest Rangers from the Department of Environmental Conservation, as well as officers from the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, FBI, U.S. Marshals, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Clinton, Franklin and Essex County Sheriff Departments and the Plattsburgh Police Department have searched over 13 square miles (8,300 acres) to date. All available assets continue to be deployed around the clock, including K9 and aviation units. More than 1,000 leads have been developed at this point in the investigation.
The public should not hesitate to report any suspicious activity; that includes any sign of a trespass, burglary or vehicle larceny. Contact 911, your local law enforcement agency, or the New York State Police to report any information related to this investigation at (518) 563-3761 or 1-800-GIVETIP.
Tips can also be sent by email to [email protected].
Tips can also be sent by email to [email protected].
