UNIONDALE, NY – State police are deepening their investigation into the shooting of a state trooper that occurred last week on the Southern State Parkway. The incident has prompted a significant police presence in the area, with officers blocking access to the street as they execute a search warrant at the trooper’s home. Authorities are scrutinizing the trooper’s account of the events, raising questions about the credibility of his story.
The 27-year-old trooper, who was released from Nassau University Medical Center to the applause of colleagues and well-wishers, reported being shot in the leg by a driver he had pulled over on the side of the parkway. The incident has sparked a flurry of activity at the trooper’s residence, with both uniformed and plainclothes officers seen entering and exiting the premises.
State police have confirmed that they are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting, which was reported on October 30. At this time, they have not disclosed further details, maintaining that the investigation remains ongoing. Notably, the trooper’s body-worn camera was not activated during the incident, as he did not engage the front lights of his patrol vehicle.
The trooper claimed he was shot with a .22 caliber gun, a detail that has become central to the investigation. He also stated that he managed to apply his own tourniquet to the wound. Despite the ongoing investigation, the trooper’s neighbors have expressed their support, describing him as a “good man” and voicing their belief in his account of the events.
The shooting, which reportedly took place about a mile from the trooper’s home, led to an extensive manhunt and the offer of a $15,000 reward for information. The investigation is currently focused on verifying the details of the trooper’s story, with police actively searching his house for evidence.
As the authorities continue to probe the incident, the community remains on edge, awaiting clarity on the true events of that day. The outcome of the investigation could have significant implications for the trooper and the local law enforcement community.