Skyline murder suspect was accused of attacking other woman, 74, in same building and freed a day later

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Firefighters prepare to leave the Skyline building at 753 James St. on Feb. 25. Police have been called to the building at least 527 times since Sept. 1, including the homicide of an elderly woman discovered Wednesday.

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Syracuse, NY — A woman being investigated in the recent murder of a 93-year-old woman at Skyline Apartments was charged in mid-February with attacking another elderly woman in the same building, but a judge released her, Syracuse.com | The Post-Standard has learned.

Victoria Afet, 23, remains under suspicion Thursday in the slaying of Connie Tuori. A homicide lawyer had been assigned to defend her, indicating charges are likely. (Update: Police announced midday that Afet was charged in the murder.)

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