Arrest made in what is believed to be New York State's first murder of 2026
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Key Points:
- Stephen Primm of Bay Shore was arrested for allegedly shooting Joseph Fountain, 40, in New Cassel around 2 a.m. on New Year's Day, potentially marking New York State's first murder of 2026.
- Fountain was hit four times during the shooting, which occurred in front of a home where he and another man were involved in a fight.
- Police report that Primm has a criminal history including arrests for drugs, assault, and burglary.
