ELLENVILLE, N.Y. — An Ellenville shooting left a 46-year-old man seriously injured Tuesday afternoon, prompting an active New York State Police investigation and an appeal for witnesses. Troopers said the man suffered multiple gunshot wounds to his lower extremities but was expected to survive. State Police Investigate Serious Shooting in Ellenville
The shooting was reported at about 3:25 p.m. on Sept. 8 at 15 Spring Street in the Village of Ellenville, according to a State Police news release issued Wednesday. Troopers from State Police Ellenville responded to the scene and found the wounded man.
Police said the victim was transported to an area hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. State Police also said there was “no immediate danger to the public.”
What Police Have Confirmed
As of Wednesday afternoon, investigators had released only limited information about the circumstances surrounding the shooting. State Police confirmed the following:
- The shooting was reported at approximately 3:25 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8.
- The incident occurred at 15 Spring Street in Ellenville.
- The victim is a 46-year-old man.
- He suffered multiple gunshot wounds to his lower extremities.
- His injuries were described as serious but not life-threatening.
- State Police said there was no immediate danger to the public.
- The investigation remains active.
State Police have not publicly identified the victim, named a suspect, announced an arrest or disclosed a possible motive. Those details remain unverified and should not be assumed until investigators release additional information.
Local Report Adds Details From the Scene
News 12 Hudson Valley reported Wednesday that a 911 call came in around 3:30 p.m. and that the victim was found in a driveway outside the Spring Street residence. The outlet also reported, citing a police source, that the victim was airlifted to Westchester Medical Center for emergency surgery.
Those details go beyond the initial State Police release. State Police have not yet publicly confirmed all of the additional information reported by News 12, including the victim’s post-surgery condition.
Investigators Ask Witnesses to Come Forward
The New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation in Ellenville is asking anyone who may have witnessed the shooting, or who may have relevant information, to contact investigators at (845) 344-5300. Police said all tips will be kept strictly confidential.
Witness accounts, doorbell cameras, security systems and vehicle dash cameras can sometimes help investigators reconstruct what happened before and after a shooting. Anyone who was in the Spring Street area Tuesday afternoon and captured unusual activity may have information that could be useful, even if it did not seem important at the time.
What Residents Should Know
The statement that there is no immediate danger to the public is significant because it suggests investigators do not believe there is an active, ongoing threat requiring a broader public warning. However, the investigation remains open, and authorities have not yet explained what led to the gunfire.
Residents should avoid spreading unconfirmed names, accusations or social media speculation while police work to establish the facts. Early information in criminal investigations can change as detectives interview witnesses, review video and gather forensic evidence.
Anyone with direct knowledge should provide that information to law enforcement rather than posting potentially sensitive details online. That can help protect the integrity of the investigation and reduce the risk of misidentifying people who may have had no involvement.
Investigation Remains Ongoing
State Police said more information will be released as it becomes available. The Utica Phoenix will continue to follow verified updates from the New York State Police and other official sources.
For now, the central facts remain clear: a 46-year-old man was shot multiple times Tuesday afternoon in Ellenville, he survived with serious injuries, and investigators are asking the public for help determining what happened.
Anyone with information should contact the State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation in Ellenville at (845) 344-5300.
Sources: New York State Police, “State Police Investigate Shooting in the Village of Ellenville,” Sept. 9, 2026; News 12 Hudson Valley, “Person found shot twice in driveway outside Ellenville home,” Sept. 9, 2026.
