"Scream" Masked Man Kills Neighbor with Chainsaw, Police Say

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A Pennsylvania man, Zak Moyer, allegedly killed his neighbor with a knife and a chainsaw while wearing a "Scream" movie character costume, then returned home to watch a movie until police arrived. The victim, Edward Whitehead Jr., died from his injuries. Moyer has been charged with criminal homicide and is in custody. Security footage and Moyer's admission to police indicate premeditation. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have stated there is no further threat to the community.
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