May 20, 2024

Plattsburgh male arrested for criminal obstruction breathing and endanger the welfare of a child

Plattsburgh male arrested for criminal obstruction breathing and endanger the welfare of a child
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On May 18, 2024, State Police members arrested Devon S. Caron, age 22, of Plattsburgh, NY for criminal obstruction of breathing, harassment 2nd, and endangering the welfare of a child.

On May 18, 2024, at approximately 2: 59 a.m., Troopers responded to Commodore Thomas Macdonough highway for a physical domestic.  An investigation determined Caron and the victim were involved in a verbal argument which turned physical when Caron pushed the victim down and applied pressure around the victim’s neck.  The altercation continued causing Caron to punch the victim in the mouth.  While the altercation was occurring, a child was present.

Caron was arrested and transported to SP Plattsburgh for processing.  He was arraigned in the Town of Plattsburgh Court where he was released on his own recognizance.