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.

News 12 Staff

Sep 18, 2024, 11:31 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.