Auburn men face prison sentences for violent crimes

John Netti, a 24-year-old Auburn man, was sentenced to five years in state prison followed by five years of post-release supervision for the attempted murder of a woman he attacked while she was walking her dog in Sennett. The victim, who managed to escape, continues to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder and no longer feels safe in her neighborhood. Netti, who claimed mental health struggles and expressed remorse, was initially charged with a lesser offense but ultimately pleaded guilty to second-degree attempted murder, a charge that carries a potential sentence of up to 15 years. The court confirmed that the victim agreed to the plea deal, acknowledging her ongoing trauma. The case was prosecuted by Deputy Chief Assistant District Attorney Susan Azzarelli, and the sentence was handed down by Judge Thomas Leone.