A New York State Police trooper opened fire on a dog in the Hudson Valley. On Sunday, New York State Police confirmed a trooper shot a dog in the Hudson Valley earlier this week. New York State Police Trooper Shoots Dog In Sullivan County, New YorkGoogle Google loading...Police say it happened Wednesday just after 12 p.m., when a New York State Trooper assigned to State Police Wurtsboro barracks was conducting neighborhood interviews in connection with an ongoing investigation near a residence located on Elm Road in the Town of Mamakating. According to New York State Police, the officer was "backed into a corner with no viable cover" or way to retreat. "Fearing for his safety, the trooper discharged his issued firearm multiple times, striking the dog," New York State Police said.