NEW YORK (AP) – A shocking and horrific triple-homicide in the Bronx has left a community in mourning and a family shattered. The devastating incident involved the brutal killing of a 5-year-old boy, his father, and the child’s mother, allegedly at the hands of a disturbed 19-year-old relative.
According to NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny, the suspect, Jayden Rivera, confessed to the gruesome murders. The victims were found with multiple stab wounds, and the little boy had been gutted. Rivera’s attorney claimed that he suffers from severe mental health issues, shedding light on the possible motive behind this senseless act of violence.
The tragic events unfolded while the parents of the young victim were out for dinner, leaving their son in the care of the accused killer. Upon their return, they were met with a horrifying scene, with the suspect stating that he believed the innocent victims were going to harm him.
Neighbors reported hearing disturbing screams and utterances coming from the apartment throughout the night, but it wasn’t until the early hours of the morning that authorities were alerted. The discovery of the gruesome crime scene sent shockwaves through the community, leaving many in disbelief and sorrow.
As the investigation unfolds, the suspect’s family and legal representation are cooperating with authorities. Meanwhile, the grieving community seeks solace and justice for the senseless loss of innocent lives.
The accused killer, Jayden Rivera, who had no prior arrests, has been admitted to a psychiatric ward. The authorities are working to ensure that he receives the appropriate mental health care while the investigation into the tragic event continues.