New York State Division of State Police

12/16/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/16/2024 19:08

State Police locate human remains in the town of Plattsburgh

press release

On December 12, 2024, at approximately 8:30 p.m., New York State Police members were informed of two missing females. During the active investigation into the missing individuals, on December 15, 2024, State Police members were informed of a fire at 2 Birch Street in the town of Plattsburgh, the residence of the two missing. State Police members responded to the scene and spoke with the New York State Fire Investigator regarding the incident, and it was determined to be suspicious in origin. An active investigation regarding the fire and missing females continued.

On December 16, 2024, New York State Police members actively searched surrounding areas, leading them to locate human remains. The State Police are executing multiple search warrants and are processing the scenes to gather evidence.

State Police advise they think this is an isolated incident and there is no immediate threat to the public.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call State Police at 518-873-2776.

The State Police are being assisted in this investigation by the Clinton County District Attorney, Plattsburgh Police Department, State and County Fire, and the Clinton County Sheriff's Department.