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- ↑ Verhovek, Sam Howe (October 29, 1987). "Merola's Death Leaves a Void for Colleagues". New York Times. Retrieved August 30, 2015.
- 1 2 Kurtz, Howard (June 17, 1988). "For Bronx District Attorney, Self-Destruction Is Swift". Washington Post . Retrieved August 30, 2015.
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