Crime & Safety

Hudson Valley Cop Found Dead In His Home

He had returned to his residence while on a dinner break.

HURLEYVILLE, NY — The death of a Fallsburg police officer is being investigated by the State Police. Dylan Dainack, 35, who lived on Railroad Avenue in Hurleyville in Sullivan County, was found dead by an acquaintance shortly after he had returned to his home during his shift Wednesday for an evening meal break.

The acquaintance called 911 after finding him. State Police said an autopsy is scheduled, and the investigation into Dainack’s death remains ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to call the State Police in Liberty at 845-292-6600.

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