BUFFALO, N.Y. — An employee with the University at Buffalo has been arrested after being accused of killing a woman and her infant child.
News10NBC’s Buffalo affiliate reports that 30-year-old Kidane Haile, from Buffalo, was arraigned Thursday on an indictment charging him with murder in the second degree. He pleaded not guilty to his charges.
Investigators say on Oct. 18, fire crews responded to a report of a fire in a first-floor apartment on Norwood Avenue in Buffalo. They say they found an adult woman, Kathleen “Katie” Craig, and her son, who was only four days old. Both of them were pronounced dead at the scene.
According to the Erie County District Attorney, it is believed Haile strangled Craig to death. Her son’s cause of death is still under investigation.
The university told our affiliate Haile worked in their financial aid office. In a statement, the university said they are “aware of the serious charge against Kidane Haile.” Read the full statement below:
“The University at Buffalo extends its heartfelt condolences to those who are grieving the horrific loss of loved ones this past weekend.
The university is aware of the serious charge against Kidane Haile.
Although the university cannot comment on specific personnel matters, UB has a robust disciplinary process in place to address instances where an employee may have engaged in criminal activity.
UB’s Employee Assistance Program will be providing counseling and other supportive services to affected employees in the coming days.
Any questions about the investigation should be directed to the City of Buffalo Police.”
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