The New York State Police are continuing the search for escaped Clinton Correctional Facility inmates David Sweat and Richard Matt.
Law enforcement are checking seasonal camps and abandoned buildings in the region, as well as continuing to sweep trails and railroad beds looking for any signs of the two escapees. To date, state, federal and local law enforcement officers have cleared more than 160 unoccupied buildings and seasonal homes, and have searched 585 miles of railroad beds and trails. This effort will continue to expand geographically throughout the region. Todays search involves all available assets, including aviation and K9 units.
The State Police are maintaining a strong and visible presence in the region. More than 160 Troopers have been assigned to patrol the communities surrounding the prison 24 hours a day.
The State Police are asking homeowners and hunters who have video surveillance and/or trail cameras in the region to check their footage for any suspicious activity since June 6. If they discover footage of the escapees or any other suspicious activity please contact the State Police immediately by calling 1-800-GIVETIP.
More than 600 law enforcement officers from the State Police, Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, the Department of Environmental Conservation, the FBI, U.S. Marshals, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and the Clinton, Essex and Franklin County Sheriffs Department continue to follow leads in the case. As of Thursday, more than 1,500 leads have been generated.
Law enforcement are reminding the public to remain vigilant. Please do not hesitate to report any suspicious activity including any signs 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].
