Police: Murder suspect taken into custody in Woodbury following manhunt

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A man who police say is wanted for murder was captured in Woodbury after an hourslong manhunt, according to officials. The suspect was taken into custody near Trout Brook Road, according to state police. Police say the suspect, Ali Ali, escaped into a wooded area off the Thruway after a police pursuit and fiery crash in a stolen vehicle this morning. Ali is believed to be armed and dangerous. Law enforcement from multiple agencies set up a staging area on Smith Clove Road in Central Valley. Police are seen canvassing area neighborhoods in Highland Mills on Pine Hill Road, Skyline Drive and Highland Drive. The suspect is approximately 5 feet, 5 inches tall, weighing 180 pounds. At the time of the last sighting, he was wearing a black shirt, black pants and no shoes. Anyone who sees the suspect is asked to contact 911 or call New York State Police at 845-344-5300. Authorities are urging members of the public not to engage with or approach the suspect. Several Monroe-Woodbury schools are on lockout during the search, including Monroe-Woodbury High School, Monroe-Woodbury Middle School, Central Valley Elementary and Smith Clove Elementary. Stay with News 12 for updates. "