1Search underway in Dover after reports of person yelling for help in woods

DOVER, NY — New York State Police are actively searching a wooded area in the Town of Dover after receiving a report of a person yelling for help near Holsapple Road and Chestnut Ridge Road, prompting a significant police presence in the area on Wednesday.

Troopers from Troop K launched the search operation earlier in the day after the report came in. Officers have been canvassing the wooded terrain using ground units, with support teams coordinating the effort to locate the individual. As of now, authorities have not confirmed finding anyone.

Residents near the search area have been advised of the activity and may notice a continued police presence throughout the area. State Police have emphasized that there i

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