Richard Aderson.

MUS-2026-0565

Index entry. Case details compiled from public reporting; our researchers have not verified this file yet.

Richard Aderson, 47, was driving home to LaGrange, New York, on February 5, 1997, when his car was involved in a minor collision on eastbound Interstate 84 in Fishkill. Both drivers pulled over near Exit 12, and Aderson was shot once in the chest during the stop. He returned to his car, called 911, and gave a description of the other driver and the vehicle before dying while being taken to St. Luke's Hospital in Newburgh. Police released a composite sketch based on descriptions from Aderson and passing motorists. The New York State Police later said they had received more than 3,000 leads, and the shooter has never been identified.

1. February 5, 1997

   Aderson is shot once in the chest after a minor collision on Interstate 84 in Fishkill. He dies on the way to St. Luke's Hospital in Newburgh.

2. February 1997

   Police release a composite sketch based on descriptions from Aderson and passing motorists.

3. May 14, 2019

   New York State Police say they continue to investigate and have received more than 3,000 leads.

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