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Pat’s Personal Portraits: Dina Shacknai

Feb 21, 2013, 8:38 PM | Updated: 9:15 pm

Dina Shacknai is the mother of Max Shacknai whose 2011 death has confused her because of the conflicting reports from the police and her personal investigator.

Since her son’s passing she has created Maxie’s House in his honor to ensure the safety of children who live in more than one household. Pat McMahon spoke to Dina about this tragic story and the programs the non-profit organization offers.

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Pat’s Personal Portraits: Dina Shacknai