1QUEENS, NY — A Bronx man has been arraigned on charges stemming from the violent home invasion and murder of a couple in Bellerose. Jamel McGriff, 42, faces serious allegations including 13 counts of first-degree murder, among other offenses.

On Monday morning, September 8, McGriff is accused of forcibly entering the home of Frank and Maureen Olton. He allegedly killed the couple and set their house on fire.

According to the District Attorney’s office, McGriff attempted to transfer money from the victims’ bank account before fleeing the scene. “He made multiple attempts to transfer money from their bank account, murdered them, and set the house ablaze,” District Attorney Melinda Katz stated.

McGriff is also charged with two counts of second-degree murder and numerous other crimes such

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