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Today, the Monroe County District Attorney’s Office announced that the suspect in the June 23rd stabbing on Indian Hill Trail has been indicted on multiple charges, including Attempted Murder and a Hate Crime.
This was a shocking and isolated act of violence, committed by someone from outside our community. The victim, a Perinton resident, was seriously injured in this attack, and my thoughts remain with him and his loved ones as he continues to recover. Let me be clear: hate and violence have no place in our community.
I want to thank the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and the District Attorney’s Office for their professional response and thorough investigation. I also want to personally recognize John Overacker, our Director of Safety & Security, whose vigilance played a critical role in helping deputies quickly locate and apprehend the suspect. While on patrol, John spotted the suspect and immediately relayed the location to law enforcement, allowing the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office to take swift action and make an arrest.
We created the Safety & Security Department in 2021 as part of a long-term strategy to ensure that our parks, trails, facilities, and public spaces remain safe and welcoming for all. Under John’s leadership, the department now provides 24/7 coverage of Town-owned properties. Since launching evening patrols, the team has visited the Indian Hill Trailhead more than 175 times, helping to monitor one of our most popular trail access points.
We will continue to invest in the safety of our residents and work every day to ensure that everyone feels safe – on our trails, in our neighborhoods, and throughout the Town of Perinton.
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Ciaran Hanna
Town Supervisor
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6/24: An update from the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office
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6/23: Earlier today, an isolated stabbing occurred on the Indian Hill Trail. The suspect fled the scene but was quickly taken into custody by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Thanks to the swift and professional actions of all involved, the situation was resolved quickly. There is no ongoing threat to the public.
We understand this was a shocking and unsettling event for our community. Perinton is a close-knit and safe community, and events like this are extremely rare. Our thoughts are with the individual who was injured, and we hope for their full recovery.
I want to express my gratitude to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and our Safety & Security team for their swift action. The incident remains under investigation, and the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed there is no threat to the community’s safety.
We will continue working closely with law enforcement to prioritize the safety and well-being of everyone who lives, works, and visits Perinton.
For official updates or further information, please refer to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.
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Ciaran Hanna
Town Supervisor
