Queens Community Honors Murdered Couple, Suspect Apprehended

Vigil for Frank and Maureen Olton

• 🕯️ A community in Queens gathered for a vigil to honor the memory of Frank Olton, 76, and Maureen Olton, 77.
• 💔 The beloved couple were killed inside their home earlier this week in Belrose, Queens.

Suspect Apprehended and Charges

• 🚨 Officials announced that Jamal McGriff, 42, faces multiple charges, including murder, kidnapping, and arson.
• ⚖️ McGriff has a history of 17 prior arrests, including for robbery and sexual abuse, and was on parole at the time of the alleged murders.

Investigation and Capture

• 💳 Investigators tracked McGriff in real-time as he used the victims' credit card to go to the movies.
• 👕 Surveillance footage and a description of his distinctive outfit (white hoodie with NYC text, white pants) helped officers identify and apprehend him in Times Square.
• 🗣️ The Queens District Attorney stated they will prosecute McGriff to the fullest extent of the law using the available evidence.