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Pennsylvania Man Charged in Neighbor's Murder

Zak Russel Moyer used a 'Scream' mask and weapons in the fatal attack, now faces criminal charges.

  • Zak Russel Moyer, 30, is charged with the murder of his neighbor, Edward Whitehead Jr., 59, in Lehighton, Pennsylvania.
  • Moyer allegedly wore a 'Scream' movie mask and used a knife and chainsaw in the attack, which was captured on surveillance footage.
  • The motive for the attack was initially to scare Whitehead, but resulted in fatal injuries including stabs and cuts.
  • Moyer claimed Whitehead had a criminal history, but police have not confirmed this. After the attack, Moyer watched a movie at home until police arrived.
  • Moyer is currently held without bail at the Carbon County Correctional Facility, with a preliminary hearing set for April 3.
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