Two Suspects Arrested in Connection to Deadly September Shooting in Spring Valley

Yisroel R.

Two suspects have been arrested in connection to a fatal shooting that took place last year in Spring Valley, following a months-long investigation by local and federal authorities.

According to the Spring Valley Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire in the area of Dutch Lane on September 20, 2025, at approximately 5:12 p.m. Upon arrival, they found a 20-year-old man unresponsive with a gunshot wound. Officers immediately began CPR until emergency medical services arrived, and the victim was transported to Good Samaritan Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

On April 16, 2026, police announced the arrests of 21-year-old Ramapo resident Doodly Metellus and 20-year-old Spring Valley resident Smay Dornaison in connection with the case. Authorities said that during Metellus’ arrest, officers recovered a loaded firearm.

Metellus has been charged with second-degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon, while Dornaison faces a charge of second-degree murder. Both were arraigned in Spring Valley Justice Court and were transferred to the Rockland County Jail.

The Spring Valley Police Department said the investigation involved multiple agencies, including the FBI and thanked the law enforcement partners who assisted in developing the case over several months.