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Massachusetts suspect waives extradition after Vermont arrest

“The New York Post and Fox News report that Ryan Hanafin, twenty-two, has waived extradition and agreed to return to Massachusetts.” — Chip Darnell, on air

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  1. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorThe New York Post and Fox News report that Ryan Hanafin, twenty-two, has waived extradition and agreed to return to Massachusetts.

  2. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorHe was arrested in Vermont on Thursday, hours after his mother was found shot dead in her kitchen.

  3. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorHe is wanted in connection with her death.

  4. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorWaiving extradition means he will not fight being sent back. It speeds the process along, and he returns to face the case in Massachusetts.

  5. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorWhat to watch next: his transfer, and his first court appearance there. The reports do not say when that will be.

  6. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorHe is only accused, and that is for a court to decide.

  7. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorOur thoughts are with the family and everyone who knew her.

  8. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorLet's turn to something less heavy now.

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