Gilgo Beach Case Strains DA's Budget as Trial Looms

Suffolk County DA seeks federal funds to manage extensive evidence and meet court deadlines in Rex Heuermann's trial.

Rex Heuermann, a New York City architect, faces charges for the murders of six women linked to the Gilgo Beach killings.
The Suffolk County District Attorney's office is requesting the release of $13 million in federal funds frozen due to an unrelated investigation.
Judge Timothy Mazzei aims to set a trial date at the next hearing on December 17, despite the DA's concerns about the ambitious timeline.
Heuermann's defense plans to file motions to separate charges and possibly change the trial venue.
The DA's office has returned some personal items to Heuermann's family, which were deemed not relevant to the case.