Rhinebeck death under investigation

The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office reports the investigation into the death of a male subject on State Route 9G in the Town of Rhinebeck at approximately 12:40 pm on 10/22/26.

At approximately 11:45 am on 10/22/26 law enforcement received a report of an armed suicidal person traveling in the northern Dutchess County area. The vehicle was eventually located and stopped on Route 9G just south of Route 9 in Rhinebeck, after which the operator took his own life with a firearm as law enforcement was attempting to establish a dialogue with him and check his welfare.

The above is a basic description of the facts based on the preliminary investigation, however that investigation is ongoing and further information may develop as it progresses. At this time there is no indication that any type of law enforcement force was used or contributed to the person’s death, however because police were involved in the incident the New York State Attorney General’s Office was contacted as required by law. At this time the investigation is being led by the New York State Attorney General’s Office assisted by the Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police, and Dutchess County Medical Examiner.  

The identity of the deceased is being withheld at this time due to the nature of the circumstances and the ongoing investigation, and more information may be released at a later time.