No Bail for Dedham Man Charged With Killing Father

DEDHAM, MA — A Dedham man charged with killing his father in the home they both lived with will continued to be held in a state facility.

Alex Anderson, 25, was ordered held without prejudice during his arraignment in Norfolk Superior Court in Dedham. He pleaded not guilty to a charge of first degree murder.

In the early hours of Oct. 25, Anderson allegedly entered the bedroom of his father and started stabbing him. Authorities say when the handle of the knife broke, the younger Anderson began punching and stomping his father before throwing him down the stairs. Anderson allegedly continued to assault his father, striking him with a hammer he took from the kitchen.

Afterwards, Anderson called 911 and admitted to what he called a "cowardly murder." He told police that his father was antagonizing him and recalled the actions that resulted in his death.

Paul Anderson was taken to Norwood Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Previously, Alex Anderson was arraigned in Dedham District Court and a grand jury indictment moved the case to the higher court. He currently resides in Bridgewater State Hospital.

Anderson is due back in court on March 22.

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