Utica Man Killed His Own Mother, Charged with Murder

by Adam Devine
Utica Police Department vehicle - File Photo

UTICA, NY – Abraham Zlap, 39, of Utica, was charged late on September 21 with second-degree murder in relation to the death of his mother, Fakhrieh Abdelghani, 71, also of Utica.

Preliminary evidence indicates the cause of death was strangulation.

The full details surrounding the incident are slated for release through the court process. The Utica Police Department extended thoughts and prayers to the family during this challenging period.

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Adam Devine
Adam covers New York City and regional news for Shore News Network. He is currently attending college and freelances about crime in New York City and regional news.

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