Two Suspicious Deaths in Southern Tier Under Investigation

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The suspicious death of two individuals in Broome County is under investigation.

According to State Police, 63-year-old Scott Cleary was found in his home on Parsons Road in Chenango Forks. 38-year-old Matthew Lott was found dead a quarter-mile north of Cleary’s home near the railroad tracks.

Cleary and Lott were acquaintances living in the same residence.

State Police said there was no threat to the community.

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