Crime & Safety

State Police ID Victim Of Tuesday Shooting

A body found in Plattekill had multiple gunshot wounds, police said.

PLATTEKILL, NY — New York State police are investigating the death of a man found outside his home in Plattekill with multiple gunshot wounds.

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They identified the victim as Daniel Spotards, 41.

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Police were called Jan. 3 to Campbell Drive Extension for a report of a dead person. The incident is still under investigation, they said.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the New York State Police at Highland, 845-691-2922. All information may be kept confidential.

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They are being assisted in the investigation by the Ulster County Sheriff’s Office, Town of Plattekill Police Department, and the Ulster County District Attorney’s Office.

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