UPDATE: A shocking incident in Catskill, NY, has left three people dead in what authorities are investigating as a murder-suicide. State police report that Connor Provo, 22, allegedly shot two friends, Clifford Beauchard, 34, and Justin Acevedo, 19, before taking his own life on Friday, December 12, 2023.
Around 12:18 PM, Provo contacted Greene County 911, stating that he had killed his friends at a residence located at 67 Forest View Drive. Upon arrival, law enforcement found Provo deceased from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound inside a trailer on the property.
A subsequent search of the property revealed the two male victims, both suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The heartbreaking scene has left the community in shock as police work tirelessly to piece together the events that led to this tragic outcome.
Authorities initially classified the incident as a “suspicious death” but quickly updated their investigation to a murder-suicide. State police continue to urge anyone with information to come forward by calling the Catskill barracks at (845) 344-5300.
This tragic event underscores the urgent need for mental health awareness and support in our communities. The investigation remains ongoing, and more details are expected to emerge as officials continue their work.
Residents are left grappling with the loss and the shocking nature of the events that unfolded in their town. As the community mourns, police and mental health professionals encourage open conversations about the importance of seeking help and supporting one another.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
