Luciano Frattolin
Coverage of Luciano Frattolin in the Nexus archive.
- 5 things to know this Tuesday, August 11
Luciano Frattolin was convicted for killing his 9-year-old daughter. Additionally, a Schodack man was arrested after leading police on two pursuits while kids were in the car.
- Cell phone tracking and messages revealed in Luciano Frattolin's trial
The jury examined cell phone tracking data and messages from Luciano Frattolin during his trial. He is accused of murdering his nine-year-old daughter Melina on July 19, 2025, in Ticonderoga.
- Scientists explain evidence tests performed in Frattolin trial
Scientific testimonies were presented in the trial of Luciano Frattolin, detailing evidence testing related to Melina's body. A forensic scientist testified that blood was found on four sections of Melina's purple jacket.
- Haunting first glimpse of NY spot where Luciano Frattolin allegedly stashed body of tragic 9-year-old daughter
Luciano Frattolin allegedly hid his 9-year-old daughter's body in a forest in upstate New York. The article describes the location as a 'pristine upstate forest' where he went to 'twisted lengths' to conceal the body.
- Accused killer dad Luciano Frattolin penned deranged screed before NY bust in 9-year-old daughter’s murder
Luciano Frattolin, accused of his 9-year-old daughter’s murder, reportedly wrote a deranged document found in his rented white Toyota Prius, which he allegedly used to dump the body near Ticonderoga.
- Melina Frattolin’s killer dad Luciano kept bizarre notes, condoms in rental car used to dump 9-year-old’s body: prosecutors
Luciano Frattolin is accused of murdering his 9-year-old daughter Melina. Notes found in his rental car suggest he was planning to regain custody. The rental car also contained bizarre notes and condoms.
- Alleged killer dad, Luciano Frattolin, shows no emotion in court as state plays video of his bogus kidnapping story
Luciano Frattolin, 45, displayed no emotion during court proceedings as state police investigators questioned him about the alleged murder of his nine-year-old daughter, Melina Frattolin. The state played footage showing Frattolin being shown photos of Melina's body found along Paragon Brook, eight miles off Interstate 87.
- How police responded after finding Melina Frattolin's body in Ticonderoga
Melina Frattolin's body was found in Ticonderoga, leading to a trial for Luciano Frattolin. Court proceedings included witness testimonies and evidence presentation regarding the circumstances of her death.
- 5 things to know this Wednesday, July 29
Melina Frattolin's mother testified against Luciano Frattolin, and an arrest was made in a fatal crash in Glenmont. The article highlights these two key developments as part of its 'five things to know' segment.
- Murdered 9-year-old begged not to go on trip with dad months before he allegedly killed her, mom testifies
The mother of 9-year-old Melina Frattolin testified that her daughter refused to travel with her father to Ethiopia months before prosecutors allege he killed her during a summer trip to New York. The father is charged with second-degree murder and concealment of a human corpse after falsely reporting Melina's abduction and later admitting during questioning that killing her overseas would have been easier.
- Melina Frattolin's mother testifies in murder trial of daughter
The trial for Luciano Frattolin continued with Kali Galanis, Melina Frattolin's mother, testifying. Family members were present in the courtroom during the proceedings.
- How police retraced Frattolin's steps following alleged murder
A witness testified in court about how investigators responded on the night of July 19, 2025, in the trial of Luciano Frattolin, who is accused of killing his nine-year-old daughter, Melina Frattolin, in Ticonderoga. Warren County Sheriff's Office Investigator Sean Smith detailed the investigation's actions during the trial.
- 5 things to know this Friday, July 24
A 71-year-old was stabbed during an attempted robbery Thursday afternoon. New details have been revealed in the case against Luciano Frattolin. The Lia Auto Group sponsored the news segment.
- What new details reveal in Luciano Frattolin trial
The trial of Luciano Frattolin, accused of killing his nine-year-old daughter Melina Frattolin in July 2025, began with three witnesses testifying on Wednesday. The trial took place in Ticonderoga, New York, with no cameras allowed in the courtroom.
- Murder trial begins for Luciano Frattolin, coffee entrepreneur accused of drowning daughter in NY pond
Luciano Frattolin, a coffee entrepreneur, is on trial for allegedly drowning his daughter, Melina, in a New York pond. He is accused of filing a false kidnapping report after the incident.
- Testimony underway in Luciano Frattolin trial
Testimony is currently underway in the murder trial of Luciano Frattolin at Essex County Courthouse following opening statements given on Thursday.
- 5 things to know this Thursday, July 23
Opening arguments are set to begin in the trial against Luciano Frattolin. Two Johnstown parents have been arrested for alleged neglect of their children and pets.
- Jury selection complete in Luciano Frattolin's trial
Jury selection for Luciano Frattolin's trial was completed after three days at the Essex County Courthouse. Judge Tatiana Coffinger announced the finalized jury, consisting of 15 members, including three alternates.
- Day two of trial for father accused of murder in Ticonderoga: Luciano Frattolin
The second day of Luciano Frattolin's trial for allegedly killing his nine-year-old daughter Melina and faking her abduction in Ticonderoga was marked by another round of jury selection with about 30 new potential jurors.
- 5 things to know this Tuesday, July 21
The trial for Luciano Frattolin, accused of killing his daughter, began with jury selection. A fire destroyed part of the Field of Horrors Halloween attraction at the Capital Combat Zone. These are two of the key stories highlighted in the article.
- Trial begins for father accused of murder in Ticonderoga
The trial for Luciano Frattolin, charged in the death of his daughter Melina Frattolin, began in Ticonderoga. Melina's body was found one year prior, and the courthouse was filled with attendees on the first day of the trial.