UPDATE from Sheriff Peter Barnett about man shot by deputies in town of Lyme

April 27, 2024

On today’s date at approximately 3:54am, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of a domestic incident at 12840 State Route 12E in the Town of Lyme.

Upon arrival, two Deputy Sheriffs approached the residence on foot. Prior to reaching the residence, an adult male subject ran towards them from the driveway, brandishing a weapon. The Deputies retreated while giving verbal commands to drop the weapon, which he did not. The male pursued the Deputies with the weapon, and the Deputies fired shots at the male. The Deputies immediately detained him and rendered aid while awaiting the arrival of EMS.

The male was transported to Samaritan Medical Center where he is said to be in stable condition. Neither Deputy was injured.

The Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the New York State Police, Jefferson County Office of Fire & Emergency Management, Cape Vincent Ambulance Squad, and Chaumont First Responders.

At the request of Sheriff Peter Barnett, the investigation has been turned over to the New York State Police. As such, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office will not be providing any additional details at this time.