(Lake County, FL) Today, State Attorney Bill Gladson announces the grand jury indictment of 82-year-old Vincent DiFraia of Groveland, Florida.

A grand jury was convened to determine whether there was sufficient evidence to charge Difraia for the death of 84-year-old Evelyn DiFraia. The grand jury returned a true bill of indictment for the following charge:

·MURDER IN THE FIRST DEGREE (PREMEDITATED) 782.04(1)(a)1

On or between April 14, 2026, and April 19, 2026, did unlawfully and from a premeditated design effect the death of a human being, Evelyn DiFraia.

The decision to file charges emphasizes the severity of the alleged offense and recognizes the significant impact the alleged crime has had on the victim and their families.

The State Attorney’s Office understands the challenges involved in prosecuting an elderly partner homicide case and assures the community that we will work hard to achieve a just resolution.

DiFraia remains in custody on a no-bond status.

Assistant State Attorney Nicholas Camuccio is prosecuting the case.

Published on 04/24/2026.