Update March 19, 2025: A tragic double homicide in Syracuse has left a 32-year-old woman and an 11-year-old boy dead, with the suspect—David M. Huff, 43—now in police custody.

Syracuse Double Homicide: Victims Identified

The victims have been identified as Yeraldith Tschudy, 32, of Rochester, and Jeremiah Huff, 11, a sixth-grader at Gillette Road Middle School. Police say Tschudy was in a romantic relationship with David Huff, who was also the father of Jeremiah.

According to Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick, Jeremiah’s mother was the first to call 911 after receiving a distressing call from her son shortly before he was killed.

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In a message to parents, North Syracuse Central School District Superintendent Terry Ward described Jeremiah as a "friend to all" who loved skiing and skateboarding. The district arranged counseling hours from 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday to support grieving students and families.

Timeline of Events

• Monday, March 17th, around 9:34 p.m.: Syracuse Police responded to 128 Roney Road after reports of a shooting. Officers arrived to find Tschudy and young Jeremiah dead from gunshot wounds.
• Overnight Search: Law enforcement launched an intensive search for David Huff, who was last seen near the crime scene.
• Tuesday, March 18th, at 9:30 a.m.: After a tip from a concerned citizen, New York State Troopers located Huff walking near the intersection of West Seneca Turnpike and South Avenue, approximately two miles from the crime scene. He was taken into custody without incident.

Charges and Legal Proceedings

Huff is currently being held at the Onondaga County Justice Center and is scheduled for arraignment Wednesday morning. He has been formally charged with:

• First-degree murder
• Second-degree murder
• Fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon

Anyone with further information is asked to contact the Syracuse Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at (315) 442-5222.

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Update March 18, 2025: The man who was named as a suspect the murder of a child and adult has been captured police say.

Authorities have apprehended 43-year-old David Huff, the suspect in the double homicide investigation on Roney Road. Huff was taken into custody around 9:30 a.m. near the crime scene after a tip from a citizen led police to his location.

The investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Syracuse Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division at (315) 442-5222.

Syracuse Police Seek Public’s Help in Search for Double Homicide Suspect

Syracuse Police are actively searching for David Huff, a 43-year-old suspect wanted in connection with a double homicide that took place on Monday night. The Syracuse Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating him.

Suspect Description

Huff is described as 5 feet 6 inches tall, with brown hair and a beard. At the time he was last seen, he was wearing a black t-shirt and blue jeans.

Incident Details

The fatal shooting occurred on Monday, March 17th, at approximately 9:34 p.m. when officers responded to reports of gunfire on the 100 block of Roney Road. Upon arrival, police discovered two victims—an adult and a child—who had suffered gunshot wounds. Tragically, both were pronounced dead at the scene.

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How to Help

Police are asking anyone with information about David Huff’s whereabouts to call 911 immediately. You can also reach the Syracuse Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division at (315) 442-5222.