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State of New York v. Angelika Graswald
Date: 07-25-2017
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Court: Supreme Court, Orange County, New York
Plaintiff's Attorney: David M. Hoovler
Defendant's Attorney: Richard Portale
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Goshen, NY - Wife of Drowned Kayaker Pleads Guilty To Homicide Charge
The State of New York charged Angelika Graswald, age 37, with murder as a result of the drowning death of her fiancé, Vinance Viafore, age 47, in the Hudson River north of New York in April, 2015.
The State claimed that the Defendant removed a plug from the boat and knew that a locking clip that kept the paddle in place was missing. She then delayed calling 911 as her husband struggled in cold water to save himself from drowning. She also seemed to celebrate his death shortly after receiving $250,000 in life insurance benefits.
The State of New York charged Angelika Graswald, age 37, with murder as a result of the drowning death of her fiancé, Vinance Viafore, age 47, in the Hudson River north of New York in April, 2015.
The State claimed that the Defendant removed a plug from the boat and knew that a locking clip that kept the paddle in place was missing. She then delayed calling 911 as her husband struggled in cold water to save himself from drowning. She also seemed to celebrate his death shortly after receiving $250,000 in life insurance benefits.
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Defendant pleaded guilty to criminally negligent homicide.
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About This Case
What was the outcome of State of New York v. Angelika Graswald?
The outcome was: Defendant pleaded guilty to criminally negligent homicide.
Which court heard State of New York v. Angelika Graswald?
This case was heard in Supreme Court, Orange County, New York, NY.
Who were the attorneys in State of New York v. Angelika Graswald?
Plaintiff's attorney: David M. Hoovler. Defendant's attorney: Richard Portale.
When was State of New York v. Angelika Graswald decided?
This case was decided on July 25, 2017.