Orange County, N.Y., murder suspect Thomas Ryan in custody after extensive search

Thomas Ryan, the man suspected in a murder in Orange County, New York was taken into custody after a massive search that lasted several days, police announced Sunday.

New York State Police had said Ryan, 32, was wanted in connection to the death of his 70-year-old father. Police asked the public for help Friday, and early Sunday morning said he had been taken into custody. Police said they expect to release more information later.

"The active search in the Gilboa area of Schoharie County has concluded. The NYS Police thanks the public and our law enforcement partners for their assistance," state police said. 

Ryan was believed to be driving his father's gray 2016 Toyota Prius with New York license plates, but the search was extensive because investigators said Ryan was also known to travel by train.

During the search, the public was asked not to approach Ryan and to use extreme caution. 

According to relatives, Ryan has struggled with mental health issues and has a criminal history.

According to state police, troopers responded to a report of a structure fire at a home on Greenville Turnpike in Greenville around 7:30 p.m. Thursday. After putting out the flames, crews found Ryan's father's body inside the house. Investigators determined the fire was started intentionally.

Surveillance video timestamped just after 6:30 p.m. Thursday shows Ryan walking into his father's house, then later running out just before 7:15 p.m. after what sounds like an explosion.

State police say Ryan has not been living with his father and has no other known current ties to Greenville.

According to state police, Ryan "lived a transient lifestyle" and has stayed at different shelters across New York state.

New York State Police worked with multiple agencies, including the NYPD and FBI, on the investigation.

State police say investigators were canvassing the area surrounding Ryan's father's home and knocking on residents' doors in search of surveillance video that may show Ryan's movements. Greenville residents, along with residents in neighboring communities, had been asked to check their surveillance cameras for suspicious footage.

No additional details of Ryan's arrest are currently available.