Crime & Safety

Valley Cottage Man, 21, Dies of Possible Overdose

Clarkstown police said the death was most likely accidental

A 21-year-old Valley Cottage resident has died after possibly overdosing Friday night, confirmed Clarkstown police. 

The man was home from college and visiting with three or four friends at another Valley Cottage home when the incident occurred. He was placed on life support and was "precarious overnight," said Sgt. Alan Armstrong. The death occurred sometime during the night. 

No further information is being released until the family is notified. 

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