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Craig R. Weise, of South Hadley, is accused of killing his father, David Weise Sr., 70, in September, the Northwestern District Attorney's Office said. He faces a charge of murder and attempted arson of a dwelling, the prosecutor said. He is expected to be arraigned on April 3.
Police found David Weise Sr.'s body at his home at 37 Lawn Street on Sept. 9 after a healthcare agency called officers to request a welfare check, the prosecutor said. Officers found evidence of burning inside the house as well.
Police handed the case to the Chief Medical Examiner, who ruled the death a homicide. Authorities have not said how he died.
Investigators in Holyoke tried to speak with Craig Weise about the killing the following day, but he attacked the officers, authorities said. He's been held ever since at the Hampden County House of Correction on charges of assault and battery on a police officer, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest, reports said.
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