Man Shot on Hudson Street in Village of Homer

A man was found shot earlier this afternoon (April 9th) on Hudson Street in the Village of Homer. Homer Police Chief Pitman told X101 News, Homer Police along with the Cortland County Sheriff’s Office and the New York State Police were dispatched to Hudson Street near the intersection of Clinton Street in the Village of Homer around 4:25pm.

Upon arrival at the scene, officers found a 44-year-old man on the shoulder of the street with a gunshot wound to his upper leg. The man, who was not identified, was treated by the Homer Fire Department then transported to Upstate University Hospital by Tully Ambulance. He is in stable condition at this time.

It was reported the suspect was seen fleeing west bound on Hudson Street towards North West Street (Route 281) in a dark colored sports utility vehicle.

Hudson Street is now open between Clinton and North West Street (Route 281) as the investigation is ongoing.

Homer Central Schools sent out an alert via ParentSquare regarding the incident and that no children or school families are in danger.

*Last updated: 9:30AM on 4/10/2025*