Crime & Safety

Suspect in Fatal New London Thanksgiving Beating Faces Upgraded Charges

A suspect's charges have been upgraded in connection to a New London assault following the victim's death.

NEW LONDON, CT - A New London man is facing upgraded charges in connection to a fatal Thanksgiving beating, The Day reported.

Edgar Sanchez-Valencia, 44, is accused of assaulting 38-year old Marlon Beasley on Thanksgiving morning, according to The Day. Officials said the victim died as result of complications from blunt force head trauma and facial fractures.

The suspect has now been charged with first-degree manslaughter as a result of Beasley’s death, The Day reported. The case has been continued to Jan. 24.

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