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Massachusetts Man Charged After Fatal Thanksgiving Dispute with Elderly Roommate

Richard Lombardi, 65, allegedly shoved 80-year-old Frank Griswold during an argument over food preparation, resulting in Griswold's death from head and neck injuries.

  • The incident occurred in Marshfield, Massachusetts, during Thanksgiving preparations when Lombardi became upset with Griswold for being near the food and 'often sneezing.'
  • Lombardi admitted to shoving Griswold, claiming his feet got tangled, causing him to fall and hit his head on the floor.
  • Griswold was found unconscious in a pool of blood, suffering a fractured neck and head injuries, and later died at the hospital.
  • The two men were longtime friends and roommates for over 20 years, having met in the 1990s while working in finance.
  • Lombardi has pleaded not guilty to charges of involuntary manslaughter and assault and battery on a person over 60, with his next court appearance set for December 4.
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