Fifteen years after his uncle's murder, DNA from a fork led to Anthony Scalici's arrest, matching DNA from the crime scene and under the victim's fingernail.
Queens prosecutors charged Scalici with second-degree murder, facing up to 25 years to life in prison; lawyer claims not guilty plea.
Melinda Katz, Queens district attorney, emphasizes the importance of holding defendants accountable, regardless of elapsed time, ensuring justice prevails.
The case exemplifies the persistence and collaboration between detectives from New York and Florida to solve the long-standing murder mystery.
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