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Dutchess County man faces murder charges in sister's death

Prosecutors say Mark Dedaj, 32, intentionally smothered Maureen Nelson-Lanzo to death at their home.

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Sep 18, 2024, 7:31 AM

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A Millbrook man has been charged with second-degree murder in the 2021 death of his 17-year-old sister.

Prosecutors say Mark Dedaj, 32, intentionally smothered Maureen Nelson-Lanzo to death at their home.

Dedaj was arraigned and is being held without bail.

He is scheduled to return to court next month.

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