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Man Bludgeons Female Co-Worker to Death With Sledgehammer—Police

Man Bludgeons Female Co-Worker to Death With Sledgehammer—Police

Summary

A man in Minnesota named David Bruce Delong has been charged with second-degree murder for allegedly killing his co-worker, Amber Czech, with a sledgehammer. Delong admitted to the crime, and prosecutors might consider raising the charge to first-degree murder. The event happened at their workplace, Advanced Process Technologies, and raises concerns about safety at work.

Key Facts

  • David Bruce Delong, 40, was charged with second-degree murder.
  • The victim was Amber Czech, a 20-year-old co-worker.
  • Delong admitted to the killing, saying he didn't like Czech and had planned it.
  • The incident took place at Advanced Process Technologies in Cokato, Minnesota.
  • Police found Czech with severe head injuries and a bloody sledgehammer nearby.
  • Footage showed Delong walking to Czech's workstation with a sledgehammer.
  • Delong's court appearance is set for November 24.
  • Prosecutors are considering charging him with first-degree premeditated murder.

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