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.