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Michaela MacVilla

Death by Force
Case Description
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Michaela MacVilla, a 21-year-old resident of Dolgeville, NY, tragically lost her life on September 25, 2018. Michaela was last seen leaving her job at Stewart's Shop in St. Johnsville, NY, late at night. When she failed to return home, her family reported her missing, prompting an extensive search. Her body was discovered on October 2, 2018, in a heavily wooded area in Oppenheim, NY. An autopsy revealed that Michaela had been shot in the back of the head with a .38-caliber handgun, and her cloth ...Read More
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  • The Daily Gazette: DA: Michaela MacVilla murdered; Man charged
  • Daniel Nellis gets 40 years for killing Michaela MacVilla
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    Victim Details

    Michaela MacVilla

    Female

    Dolgeville

    NY

    2018-09-25

    21

    Michaela

    MacVilla

    11/15/2025

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    I’ve been following Michaela MacVilla’s case closely and I just can’t stop thinking about the ... ...Read More
    08/09/2024
    Just heard the news about the overturning of Daniel Nellis' conviction, and I can't imagine what Mic... ...Read More
    06/13/2024
    Hi everyone, I'm really troubled by the information about Michaela MacVilla's case, especially in li... ...Read More
    08/30/2023
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