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Farmer Arrested for Estranged Wife's Murder Amid Divorce

12/24/2025

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Michael Abatti, a farmer, was arrested on December 23, 2025, for the murder of his estranged wife, Kerri Ann Abatti.
Kerri Ann Abatti, 59, was found shot in her home on November 20.
The couple were married 31 years and in divorce proceedings since October 2023.
Abatti is awaiting extradition to Arizona after being booked on a first-degree murder charge.
Abatti says his farm faced losses due to rising costs.

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Michael Abatti, a farmer, was arrested on December 23, 2025, for the murder of his estranged wife, Kerri Ann Abatti.
Kerri Ann Abatti, 59, was found shot in her home on November 20.
The couple were married 31 years and in divorce proceedings since October 2023.
Abatti is awaiting extradition to Arizona after being booked on a first-degree murder charge.
Abatti says his farm faced losses due to rising costs.