Three Dead in Catskill Murder-Suicide, Police Confirm

UPDATE: A shocking incident in Catskill, New York, has left three individuals dead in what authorities are investigating as a murder-suicide. State police confirmed that the suspected shooter, Connor Provo, 22, shot and killed two men before turning the gun on himself on December 12, 2023, at approximately 12:18 p.m.

The grim discovery occurred at 67 Forest View Drive, where Provo reportedly contacted Greene County 911 and confessed to the killings. Upon arrival, officers found Provo deceased from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound inside a trailer on the property.

A search of the premises revealed two adult male victims, identified as Clifford Beauchard, 34, and Justin Acevedo, 19, both from Catskill, dead from gunshot wounds.

This tragic event has sent shockwaves through the community, with law enforcement stating that they are treating the incident as a murder-suicide. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the New York State Police at (845) 344-5300.

The Greene County Sheriff’s Office, Cairo police, and state forest rangers assisted at the scene, emphasizing the collaborative effort in handling this devastating case.

As details emerge, the impact of this incident is being felt deeply within the Catskill community. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragic event, and updates will be provided as new information becomes available.

Stay tuned for further developments on this heartbreaking story.