The team came upon Matt who was an escaped prisoner from Dannemora. Engaged Mr. Matt who was armed. And Mr. Matt was shot and killed.
Andrew Cuomo: “The team came upon Matt who was an escaped prisoner from Dannemora. Engaged Mr. Matt who was armed. And Mr. Matt was…”
On the recordJune 25, 2015
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Governor Cuomo confirms the death of Richard Matt during the confrontation with law enforcement.
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