Jamal McGriff Charged with Murder in Torture and Killing of Queens Couple

Arrest in Queens Couple's Murder

• 🎯 Jamal McGriff has been arrested and charged in the gruesome murders of Frank and Maren Olsten in Queens.
• 📍 The arrest concluded a three-day manhunt, with McGriff apprehended in Times Square after allegedly using the victims' credit card.
• 🚨 A crowd gathered outside the 107th precinct in Pomonok, Queens, to witness the highly anticipated arrest.

Charges Against McGriff

• ⚖️ McGriff faces multiple counts, including first-degree murder, kidnapping resulting in death, arson, robbery, grand larceny, burglary, and weapons possession.
• 📱 New surveillance video suggests the 76-year-old victim may have pushed McGriff out of their home, contradicting earlier theories that he was invited in to charge his phone.

Community Reaction and Next Steps

• 🕯️ The community in Queens has been deeply affected by the callous and gruesome deaths of the Olsten couple.
• 📅 A community vigil is scheduled for the following night to honor the victims.
• 🎤 McGriff was transported to Central Booking for arraignment, as reported by Eyewitness News reporter Darla Miles.