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Paul Caneiro Convicted, Seeks New Trial Before Sentencing

2/28/2026

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Paul Caneiro was convicted on February 13 of fatally shooting his brother Keith Caneiro and stabbing his sister-in-law, nephew, and niece at a New Jersey mansion in November 2018.
He set fire to both homes to mislead investigators.
Caneiro seeks a new trial, with justification due by March 16 and reasons not disclosed.
Sentencing is set for May 12, with a ruling on the new trial expected by April 6.

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Story summary

Paul Caneiro was convicted on February 13 of fatally shooting his brother Keith Caneiro and stabbing his sister-in-law, nephew, and niece at a New Jersey mansion in November 2018.
He set fire to both homes to mislead investigators.
Caneiro seeks a new trial, with justification due by March 16 and reasons not disclosed.
Sentencing is set for May 12, with a ruling on the new trial expected by April 6.