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New York State Police Question Father’s Account in Death of 9-Year-Old

State investigators reviewing conflicting statements have yet to announce a cause of death

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Overview

  • Nine-year-old Melina Frattolin was reported missing Saturday night near Lake George and found dead Sunday in Ticonderoga, about 50 kilometers away
  • Luciano Frattolin initially suggested a kidnapping when he alerted Warren County deputies at 9:58 p.m., but no evidence has supported that theory
  • Investigators identified inconsistencies in the father’s timeline and transferred the case to New York State Police for its homicide inquiry
  • Authorities have not released any details on how Melina died or filed charges and have called a press briefing to update on the investigation
  • Search efforts involved canine teams and aviation units, and the case has attracted attention in Canadian and Italian communities due to the family’s background