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Wednesday, March 17, 2010   52º F

Updated 11/21/2009 08:04 AM

Authorities investigate double homicide; suspect in custody

By: Web Staff

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ONTARIO COUNTY, N.Y. -- Authorities in Ontario County say they have a suspect in custody following a double homicide in the City of Geneva.


John Brown, 35, of Palmyra is accused of stabbing a woman and her daughter to death at their home Friday afternoon. Helen Bouchel, 34, and her 12-year-old daughter were found inside their apartment.

Brown is charged with first degree murder and a parole violation. Back in 2003 he was convicted of an assault on an infant. He's due back in court on Monday.