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Man charged with Public Lewdness at James Baird State Park

New York State Police

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Added to The State & Nation: October 2, 2026

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New York State Police said troopers responded to a reported fight at James Baird State Park in LaGrange at about 2:50 p.m. on October 1, 2026, and found a person restraining a naked man who had reportedly engaged in lewd conduct. Police charged Paul Roberts, 51, of Hyde Park with public lewdness, exposure of a person, and second-degree harassment, and issued him an appearance ticket for LaGrange Town Court on October 27, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.; the charges are allegations pending court action.

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