Homicide Investigation Underway at Batavia Addiction Rehabilitation Center
A homicide occurred at the Hope Haven Center, an addiction-rehabilitation facility on Bank Street in Batavia. Authorities have charged Frederick Scott with murder, assault, and weapons possession in connection with the death of a 63-year-old resident.
Rochester, NY, September 17, 2026 —
Authorities are investigating a homicide that took place at the Hope Haven Center, an addiction-rehabilitation facility located on Bank Street in Batavia. The incident resulted in the death of a 63-year-old resident of the center.
In connection with the death, law enforcement has formally charged Frederick Scott. The charges filed against Scott include murder, assault, and weapons possession.
The Hope Haven Center is an addiction-rehabilitation facility. Further details regarding the timeline of events leading up to the homicide, the specific circumstances of the incident, or the exact date the charges were filed were not immediately available.
The Batavia Police Department or relevant investigative agencies have not released additional information concerning the case, including any potential motive or the relationship between the accused and the victim. The investigation is ongoing.
Story summarized from the original created by David Wheeler on www.whec.com, see more information here.
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