DOVER, NY — New York State Police were dispatched by Dutchess County 911 to a private residence on Holsapple Road on May 15, 2026, at approximately 5 p.m. for a reported disturbance.
An investigation conducted by the Bureau of Criminal Investigation determined that a 65-year-old male and Todd Tripp, 37, were involved in a verbal altercation regarding a property line dispute.
During the altercation, Tripp raised a string trimmer and struck the victim, causing multiple lacerations to the face and arm, as well as swelling to one eye.
The victim was transported to Danbury Hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
Tripp was charged with assault in the second degree, a class D felony.
Tripp was arraigned in the Town of Dover Court and released on his own recognizance.
He is scheduled to reappear in the Town of Dover Court on June 16, 2026, at 4 p.m.
