The New Windsor community is grieving the tragic loss of Larome A. Johnson, 57, who was fatally shot Wednesday morning in a neighbor dispute on Hawthorn Way. Authorities say the shooting occurred just before 9 a.m., prompting a rapid response from the Town of New Windsor Police Department.
Officers found Johnson suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency responders transported him to Montefiore-St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital in Newburgh, where he was later pronounced dead. Johnson, a retired corrections officer and cancer survivor, is remembered by family, friends, and neighbors as a resilient man whose life ended far too soon.
Police have identified Thomas J. Crews, 47, as the suspect. Crews was arrested at the scene and has been charged with second-degree murder. Officials said the shooting stemmed from a long-standing dispute between neighbors and appears to be an isolated incident, with no ongoing threat to the public.
The investigation remains active, with assistance from New York State Police and the Orange County District Attorney’s Office. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward.
The community has expressed shock and sorrow over Johnson’s sudden death. Loved ones and residents are mourning the loss of a man whose life was marked by service, resilience, and a dedication to those around him.
Family, friends, and community members wishing to support Johnson’s loved ones during this difficult time can contribute through a GoFundMe page set up in his memory: Support for Larome’s Family After Tragic Loss.
The New Windsor community continues to grieve the loss of Larome Johnson as authorities work to bring justice for this tragic and senseless act of violence.
