Crime

Tragic Crash on I-87 in Ramapo Claims Life of 24-Year-Old Woman from Middletown

Published

1 year ago

June 16, 2025

RAMAPO, NY — A 24-year-old woman from Middletown tragically lost her life on Sunday, June 15, 2025, following a single-vehicle crash on the southbound side of Interstate 87, near Exit 14A in the town of Ramapo, according to the New York State Police.

At approximately 3:25 p.m., troopers from the Tarrytown barracks responded to a report of a serious collision on the New York State Thruway. A preliminary investigation revealed that a 2016 Honda Civic, driven by Anysah P. Nelson, had been traveling southbound when, for unknown reasons, the driver lost control of the vehicle. The car left the roadway via the right shoulder and struck a tree.

Emergency medical personnel arrived quickly and provided life-saving efforts at the scene. Nelson was then transported to Nyack Hospital, where she was pronounced deceased shortly after arrival.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and no additional vehicles were reported to be involved. Authorities have not yet released details regarding possible contributing factors, such as weather, speed, or mechanical issues.

Anyone with information related to the crash is urged to contact the New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation in Haverstraw at (845) 344-5300, and reference case number NY2500527508.

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Crime

UPDATE: Thomas David Ryan Taken Into Custody, Search Concludes

Published

3 days ago

August 9, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

New York State Police announced Sunday that Thomas David Ryan has been taken into custody, bringing an active search in the Gilboa area of Schoharie County to an end.

Police said the search has concluded and thanked members of the public and law enforcement partners for their assistance during the investigation.

Additional information about Ryan’s arrest and the underlying investigation will be released by New York State Police when it becomes available.

Crime

NYSP Updates Search for Thomas Ryan in Orange County Homicide

Published

5 days ago

August 7, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

New York State Police have issued an updated statement regarding the ongoing search for Thomas David Ryan, who investigators are seeking in connection with a homicide in the Town of Greenville.

Captain Brad Natalizio of the New York State Police Troop F Bureau of Criminal Investigation provided the latest information as authorities continue efforts to locate Ryan.

Police are urging members of the public to use caution and not approach Ryan if they encounter him. Anyone who comes into contact with Ryan is asked to call 911 immediately.

Investigators are also asking anyone with information about Ryan’s whereabouts to contact the Troop F Bureau of Criminal Investigation at 845-344-5300.

Tips can also be submitted by email to FBCICrimeTips@troopers.ny.gov.

New York State Police previously identified Ryan, 32, as being sought in connection with a homicide that occurred on August 6, 2026, on Greenville Turnpike in the Town of Greenville, Orange County. Police have said Ryan is believed to be armed and dangerous.

Authorities previously reported that Ryan may be operating a 2016 gray Toyota Prius bearing New York license plate HNH-7671 and was last seen in the Greenville Turnpike area wearing black sweatpants and a black T-shirt.

The investigation remains active, and police are asking anyone with relevant information to contact investigators rather than attempting to intervene themselves.