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Groveland Police Arrest Murder Suspect

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Groveland Police Department
Jeffrey Gillen, Chief
Public Safety Building
181 Main St
Groveland, MA 01834

For Immediate Release

Friday, June 28, 2019

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Groveland Murder Suspect Arrested

GROVELAND — Groveland Police Chief Jeff Gillen and Essex District Attorney Jonathan Blodgett report that a 48-year old Haverhill man was arrested last night for the murder of Patsy Schena in Groveland a week ago. Mr. Schena was found deceased in his home at 20 Governors Road on June 21.

Leedell Graham was arrested at 52 Cedar Street in Haverhill at 9:30 last evening. He was booked at the Groveland Police Station and held overnight at the Middleton House of Correction. He will be arraigned in Haverhill District Court this morning on one count of murder.

“We appreciate the public’s patience,” Chief Gillen said. “I understand it that such an event causes anxiety and concern, however, it is imperative that information is limited while the investigation is unfolding in order to protect the investigation. I appreciate the efforts of the investigative team in bringing this individual to justice.”

The investigative team consists of Groveland Police detectives, the Essex District Attorney’s Office, Haverhill Police detectives, and the Essex State Police Detective Unit. They were assisted by the Massachusetts State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Team in taking the suspect into custody.

“We are relieved to have this individual in custody, however, there is much work still to be done on this investigation,” DA Blodgett said. “For that reason, I am unable to discuss the details of this investigation at this time. My goal is justice for Mr. Schena through a successful prosecution. I am tremendously grateful to the investigative team for their tireless work thus far.”

These are allegations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.

Groveland Police and Essex District Attorney Investigating Homicide

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Groveland Police Department
Jeffrey Gillen, Chief
Public Safety Building
181 Main St
Groveland, MA 01834

For Immediate Release

Saturday, June 22, 2019

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Groveland Police and Essex District Attorney Investigating Homicide

For planning purposes: Chief Gillen and DA Blodgett are not available for on-camera interviews.

GROVELAND — Groveland Police Chief Jeff Gillen and Essex District Attorney Jonathan Blodgett announce that the murder of an elderly male resident is under investigation.

Just before midnight on Friday, Groveland Police responded to a report of an unresponsive male at 20 Governors Road.  They found an 82-year old male suffering from multiple wounds.  He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Essex State Police Detective Unit and Groveland Police secured the home and initiated a homicide investigation.

The deceased is identified as Patsy Schena, 82, of the above address.

“Mr. Schena was the town building inspector for many years.  He was well-known and respected in the community,” Chief Gillen said.  “We are deeply saddened and shocked by this loss and our thoughts are with his family.”

Chief Gillen notes that this is the first murder in Groveland since 1992.

“This is a shocking and brutal crime,” said DA Blodgett.  “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Mr. Schena as they try to comprehend this horrific event.”

This is an active investigation therefore it would be speculation to comment on suspects or a possible motive at this time.

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Man Charged in Connection With Fatal Winchester Stabbing

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Winchester Police Department
Peter MacDonnell
Chief of Police
30 Mt Vernon St.
Winchester, MA 01890

For Immediate Release

Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Man Charged in Connection With Fatal Winchester Stabbing

WINCHESTER – Winchester Chief of Police Peter MacDonnell and Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan have confirmed that JEFFREY YAO, 23 OF WINCHESTER has been arrested in connection with a double stabbing that occurred this morning at Winchester Public Library. YAO has been charged with one count of Armed Assault with Intent to Murder and one count of Murder.

Shortly after 10:30 a.m. this morning Winchester Police responded to the Winchester Public Library for a report that two people had been stabbed. Upon arrival police located a 22-year-old female and a 77-year-old male, both Winchester residents, suffering from stab wounds. Both victims were transported to area hospitals. The female victim subsequently died from her injuries. The male victim remains hospitalized.

The preliminary investigation suggests that the female victim was seated at a table in the library when the suspect approached her, unprovoked, stabbing her multiple times. The male victim was stabbed in the arm while attempting to intervene.

YAO was placed into custody at the Library and transported to Winchester Police Department. The circumstances surrounding the stabbing, including the motive are under investigation.

The identity of the female victim is being withheld at this time pending next of kin notification.

YAO is being held without bail until his arraignment on Monday in Woburn District Court.

This is an open investigation being conducted by the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office, Winchester Police and State Police assigned to the District Attorney’s Office.

 

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Holbrook Police Assist in Arrest of Man Wanted in Dorchester Murder

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Holbrook Police Department
William J. Smith, Chief of Police
300 South Franklin St.
Holbrook, MA 02343

For Immediate Release

Friday, Feb. 23, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Holbrook Police Assist in Arrest of Man Wanted in Dorchester Murder

HOLBROOK — Chief William Smith reports that members of the Holbrook Police Department assisted in the apprehension and arrest of a man wanted in connection with a murder in Dorchester that occurred in January.

On Wednesday, Feb. 21, members of the Holbrook Police Department, along with the Boston Police Fugitive Apprehension Unit, arrested RALPH BROWN, AGE 43, OF BOSTON.

BROWN was found hiding in a closet inside a home on Longmeadow Drive in Holbrook. After a brief struggle, he was taken into custody.

BROWN is facing murder and firearms charges for his alleged involvement in the murder of Shaquille Browder in Dorchester on Jan. 11.

BROWN was the second suspect arrested in connection with Browder’s murder. Last week, Kyle Williams-Gathers was located in Walpole and arrested after a standoff.

At his arraignment in Dorchester District Court on the day of his arrest, BROWN was ordered to be held without bail.

These are allegations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.

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