A 24-year-old woman has been charged with killing a Massachusetts man found stabbed to death on his houseboat earlier this week.
Joseph Donohue, aged 65, was brutally stabbed multiple times in the head and chest according to a report by WCVB. After the attack, his body was wrapped in a rug and blanket, secured with duct tape, and had hand weights attached to it, as per the police statement.
Donohue, who was a Boston attorney, resided alone on a boat with his two dogs. Tragically, one of his dogs was discovered deceased in the water close by. Additionally, divers recovered the murder weapon, which had snapped off in his skull, from the water.
At the crime scene, Nora Nelson was taken into custody on unrelated charges, however, she was later charged on Thursday with felony murder. Her arraignment is scheduled for Friday.
Investigators are now trying to trace Nelson’s movements before the murder, using credit card purchases and surveillance video, sources said.
Donohue’s family issued a statement asking for privacy.
“Our family is heartbroken by this unimaginable loss,” the statement said. “Joe was a wonderful family member, a cherished friend, and a trusted colleague. Always generous and kind, he dedicated his life and career to helping others. He is loved and will be deeply missed.”
According to WBTS, Nelson was previously charged in 2023 with assault and battery on a family member and a police officer.
