TOWN OF WALLKILL -Police were investigating a reported accident Friday night at the Orange County Fairgrounds after a person was allegedly struck in the neck by an arrow inside the circus tent.
The incident was reported shortly after 9:30 p.m. during activities at the annual Orange County Fair. Authorities did not immediately release the identity of the victim or confirm whether the person was a performer or a spectator. It is unclear how the arrow was fired or whether anyone is in custody.
Unconfirmed reports indicated the victim suffered serious injuries. A medical helicopter was reportedly called to transport the victim to a hospital. The State Police and Town of Wallkill police maintained a presence outside the fairgrounds late Friday night as the investigation continued.
The Orange County Fair opened Thursday and is scheduled to run through Aug. 2.
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