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Competency hearing reveals new information about motive and mindset of alleged Dutchess County killer

Paul Senecal, 38, had three psychiatric evaluations since the May death of 29-year-old Melanie Chianese.

Blaise Gomez

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Oct 25, 2022, 5:17 PM

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