A late-evening domestic dispute in which Terzani flourished a handgun developed into a five-hour manhunt, involving multiple jurisdictions and closure of several roads. After extended negotiations Terzani appeared on the threshold of his own house and pointed his gun at police. A state trooper fatally shot him.
Victim's Name: John Terzani
Agency Responsible: East Fishkill Police Department, Dutchess County Sheriff's Office, New York State Police
Gender: Male
Age: 40
Race: White
Date of Death: August 20, 2013
County: Dutchess
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Justified
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Geography: Suburban