Son Arrested for Killing Father in Fire | Durham News

Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 9, 2026 · 1m

A chilling case unfolds in New York as 32-year-old Thomas Ryan is arrested for allegedly murdering his father, Robert Ryan, and setting their home ablaze. The fire, intentionally lit, claimed the life of the 70-year-old retiree—described by family as a beloved community pillar—who had moved to Orange County from Long Island. With Ryan believed armed and dangerous, authorities launched a manhunt across regions he frequented, including Plattsburgh, using surveillance and rail partners to track him down. His transient lifestyle and lack of local ties complicated the search. As investigators dig…