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New York State Police Searching Hudson Valley Woods After Someone Heard 'Yelling For Help'

Anyone who believes a family member or loved one was in this area and has not returned, is urged to contact the New York State Police.

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"State Police in Troop K are currently conducting a search in the area of Holsapple Road and Chestnut Ridge Road in the Town of Dover following a report of a person yelling for help in a wooded area," NYSP said in an advisory released shortly after 9 a.m.
"State Police in Troop K are currently conducting a search in the area of Holsapple Road and Chestnut Ridge Road in the Town of Dover following a report of a person yelling for help in a wooded area," NYSP said in an advisory released shortly after 9 a.m. (Google Maps )

DUTCHESS COUNTY, NY — In a Public Advisory, the New York State Police are explaining police activity in a Hudson Valley wilderness area.

"State Police in Troop K are currently conducting a search in the area of Holsapple Road and Chestnut Ridge Road in the Town of Dover following a report of a person yelling for help in a wooded area," NYSP said in an advisory released shortly after 9 a.m. "Residents may observe a heavy police presence in the surrounding area."

Police officials said there is no threat to the public.

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Anyone who believes a family member or loved one was in this area and has not returned, is being urged contact the New York State Police at 845-677-7300.

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