# Father Accused of Killing Daughter in Adirondacks | Burlington News

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Podcast: [Burlington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/burlington-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7606141)
Published: 2026-07-20T19:51:21+00:00
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A chilling murder trial has begun in New York, as a father faces charges for allegedly strangling his 9-year-old daughter, Melina, during a family vacation in the Adirondacks. Initially claiming she was kidnapped, his story unraveled as investigators uncovered inconsistencies, leading to the grim discovery of her body hidden in a nearby pond. With opening statements looming and the community watching closely, this heartbreaking case is now in full legal motion at Essex County Court. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f0a53ab32eda86ff

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