Posted on: August 07, 2025 03:20 PM

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Cold Brook man arrested following shooting incident involving dogs

On August 3, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., State Police responded to a report of shots fired on Norway Street in the town of Russia, Herkimer County.

A preliminary investigation revealed that two dogs from a neighboring residence entered the property of Mark W. Boyce, age 43, of Cold Brook, NY, who stated the animals were threatening his goats. One dog was found deceased at the scene, while the second was transported to an emergency veterinarian and later succumbed to its injuries.

During the incident, Boyce is accused of pointing a rifle at several individuals who were attempting to assist the injured dogs. No injuries to people were reported.

Boyce was arrested for Menacing 2nd degree (Class A Misdemeanor), arraigned in the City of Little Falls Court, and released on his own recognizance. He is scheduled to appear in the Town of Russia Court on August 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

From NYSP