Orleans County Stabbing Results in One Death, One Serious Injury
SHELBY, N.Y. – A 36-year-old man is in custody following a stabbing incident in Shelby, New York, on , that resulted in the death of a 65-year-old man and serious injuries to a 67-year-old. The suspect, identified as Aaron D’Angelo of Medina, New York, has been charged with multiple felonies, including second-degree murder.
According to a press release from the Orleans County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a 911 call reporting a disturbance at a residence on South Gravel Road at approximately 11:55 a.m. Upon arrival, they encountered D’Angelo armed with a knife. A deputy deployed a Taser, successfully subduing D’Angelo and taking him into custody.
Inside the residence, deputies discovered two men suffering from multiple stab wounds. Dale R. Lang, 65, was pronounced dead at the scene. His brother, John Lang, 67, was initially transported to Medina Memorial Hospital before being transferred to ECMC Health Campus in Buffalo due to the severity of his injuries. As of , the condition of John Lang remains unknown.
D’Angelo faces a total of five charges: second-degree murder (a Class A-I felony), attempted murder in the second degree (a Class B felony), assault in the first degree (a Class B felony), menacing a police officer (a Class D felony), and criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree (a Class A misdemeanor). He is currently being held at the Orleans County Jail pending arraignment.
The incident prompted a temporary closure of South Gravel Road between Alabama Road and Oak Street, which has since been reopened. The Orleans County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by the Medina Police Department, Medina Ambulance, the Shelby Fire Department, and the New York State Police Forensic Identification Unit.
Sheriff Christopher Bourke stated that the incident remains under investigation and encouraged anyone with information to contact the Orleans County Sheriff’s Office. The motive behind the stabbing is currently unclear.
This incident highlights the ongoing issue of violent crime in rural communities. While large metropolitan areas often dominate headlines regarding violent incidents, events like this underscore the fact that such tragedies can occur anywhere. The Orleans County Sheriff’s Office, serving a population of approximately 42,000, is now tasked with a complex investigation that will likely require significant resources.
The charges against D’Angelo carry substantial penalties. Second-degree murder in New York State carries a maximum sentence of 25 years to life in prison. Attempted murder in the second degree carries a maximum sentence of 15 years. The assault and weapon possession charges also carry significant potential prison time.
The case is likely to draw scrutiny from local residents and raise questions about public safety in the Shelby area. The Sheriff’s Office’s handling of the situation, particularly the swift apprehension of the suspect, will likely be a key focus of public discussion. The investigation will need to determine the circumstances leading up to the stabbing, including any potential prior interactions between the suspect and the victims.
The inability to fly a Mercy Flight due to weather conditions further complicated the response to the incident, necessitating an ambulance transport to Buffalo, a potentially longer journey for the injured victim. This underscores the importance of robust emergency medical services infrastructure, even in areas with limited air transport capabilities.
The Orleans County Sheriff’s Office has not released any information regarding the relationship between D’Angelo and the Lang brothers. Further investigation will be needed to establish a clear understanding of the events that transpired and the motivations behind the attack. The community awaits further details as the investigation progresses.
