A chilling revelation has emerged in a Staten Island murder case, leaving the community in shock. A 19-year-old man, Damien Hurstel, stands accused of beheading his mother's boyfriend. But the story doesn't end there. In a disturbing twist, Hurstel allegedly involved his younger sister in the aftermath, asking her a question that no child should ever have to answer.
After the gruesome act, Hurstel showed his sister the scene and queried her about their mother's fate. The young girl, understandably terrified, asked her brother if he intended to harm their mom as well. Hurstel's response was chilling: "Do you want her to live?" The sister, in a state of panic, pleaded for her mother's life, to which Hurstel agreed, saying, "Okay, she'll live."
But here's where it gets even more disturbing. The sister, having witnessed the aftermath of the crime, asked if she could leave the bathroom, which was reportedly covered in blood. Hurstel then asked her if she would reveal what had happened to their mother. The sister, in fear, denied any intention of telling their mom and fled to the backyard, hiding and calling her mother in a state of extreme distress.
The mother, Alicia Zayas, learned of the horrific incident from her daughter's phone call. The daughter conveyed that Hurstel had killed the boyfriend, Anthony Casalaspro, and described the gruesome detail that he had been beheaded.
Hurstel now faces multiple charges, including second-degree murder, weapon possession, and manslaughter. Reports suggest he has a history of mental health struggles, including schizophrenia, which may shed light on his actions.
This case raises complex questions about mental health, family dynamics, and the impact of violence on young minds. Could this tragedy have been prevented? And what support is needed for the sister, who has been exposed to such trauma? These are questions that demand attention and discussion.
