Elderly New York Mills Woman Found Dead; Daughter and Boyfriend Charged with Concealing Her Body
An 84-year-old woman who could not care for herself was found dead inside her New Hartford Street home, and police say the two people who lived with her did nothing to report it — then took steps to hide what had happened.
A welfare check in the village of New York Mills on Monday, June 23, 2026, uncovered a deeply disturbing scene that has shaken the tight-knit Mohawk Valley community. New York State Police and New York Mills Police discovered the body of June C. Green, 84, inside her home on New Hartford Street, and investigators say she had been dead for an extended period before anyone notified authorities. The two people living in that home with her, her own daughter and her daughter’s boyfriend, now face serious criminal charges. The case raises urgent questions about the safety of vulnerable elderly residents and the protections that must exist to ensure they are not failed by the very people entrusted with their care.
How the Investigation Began
According to New York State Police, troopers responded to a welfare check at the residence at about 11:24 a.m. on June 23 after being contacted by the New York Mills Police Department. WKTV
According to the Oneida County 911 Center, police agencies were called to New Hartford Street at 10:55 a.m. to check the welfare of someone at a residence. Police were still on scene by late Tuesday afternoon. Rome Sentinel
What officers found inside that home prompted an immediate criminal investigation.
What Police Found
Police said they discovered June C. Green, 84, dead inside the home. Investigators determined she had been deceased for an extended period. WKTV
NYSP stated June Green had medical conditions and disabilities that prevented her from caring for herself. WKTV
According to updated reporting from WKTV, Jaime L. Green is June Green’s daughter. Shannon J. McLennan is Jaime’s boyfriend. All three lived together in June’s house, with Jaime identified as her mother’s designated caretaker.
The Charges
Two people now face criminal charges in connection with what police found.
Police charged Jaime Green with endangering the welfare of an incompetent or physically disabled person, endangering the welfare of a vulnerable elderly person, concealment of a human corpse, and tampering with physical evidence. WKTV
McLennan was charged with concealment of a human corpse and tampering with physical evidence. WKTV
State Police were direct about what the evidence showed: “Investigators determined the death was not reported, and actions were taken to conceal the deceased and tamper with evidence related to the investigation.” WKTV
As of the time of this reporting, State Police are not characterizing this as a suspicious death in terms of the manner of dying. The medical examination will determine the cause and manner of death.
The Autopsy and Next Steps
An autopsy is being conducted by the Onondaga County Medical Examiner’s Office to determine the cause and manner of death. The investigation remains ongoing. WKTV
Until those results are released, critical questions about exactly how and when June Green died cannot be answered. What is confirmed is that her death was not reported when it occurred, and that deliberate steps were taken to hide it from authorities.
The Broader Issue: Protecting Our Vulnerable Elderly Neighbors
This case is not just a crime story. It is a story about one of the most vulnerable populations in our community, elderly residents with medical conditions and disabilities who depend entirely on others for their survival. When those trusted people fail them, or worse, the consequences can be devastating and, as this case shows, potentially fatal.
New York State has laws specifically designed to protect elderly and disabled individuals from neglect and exploitation. The charges of endangering the welfare of a vulnerable elderly person and endangering the welfare of an incompetent or physically disabled person reflect those protections. They exist because society has recognized that people like June Green cannot always speak for themselves or summon help when they need it most.
Adult Protective Services in Oneida County provides resources for community members who have concerns about an elderly or disabled person’s welfare. If you know someone in a similar situation, someone elderly, disabled, or otherwise dependent on a caretaker, and you are concerned about their safety, do not wait. Contact the Oneida County Department of Social Services at (315) 798-5400 or call 911 if you believe someone is in immediate danger.
A Community Reminder
The people of New York Mills, New York, and the broader Mohawk Valley take care of each other. The welfare check system works when neighbors pay attention, when community members are willing to make a phone call, and when local and state law enforcement respond with urgency. Monday’s response by New York Mills Police and State Police reflects that commitment.
But the best outcome is one where it never gets this far. If an elderly neighbor has not been seen in a while, check on them. If you hear something that concerns you about someone’s living situation, say something. A phone call could be the difference between life and death for someone who has no other voice.
This is a developing story. The Utica Phoenix will continue to follow this case as the autopsy results and any additional charges or court proceedings become available.
By David LaGuerre | Utica Phoenix | www.uticaphoenix.net
Sources: WKTV NewsChannel 2, Rome Sentinel
