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Background: A section of Broad Street in Williston Park, New York (Google Maps). Inset: John Strano (Nassau County Police Department).
In a disturbing incident on Long Island, New York, a local man faces serious charges after allegedly attempting to kill his mother during a heated argument, reportedly shouting, “Why aren’t you dying?” as he choked her. The case has shocked the community, highlighting the severity of domestic violence.
The accused, 37-year-old John Strano, has been charged with second-degree attempted murder and two counts of second-degree assault, among other charges, according to the Nassau County Police Department. The altercation unfolded on a typical Wednesday evening, leaving the neighborhood in disbelief.
Around 5:40 p.m., the 75-year-old victim was inside her home on Broad Street in Williston Park, New York. An argument erupted between her and her son, Strano, which quickly escalated into violence. The police report describes how Strano allegedly forced his mother to the ground, repeatedly slamming her head against it, and continued to assault her by punching her in the face multiple times.
The violence did not stop there. Investigators say Strano choked his mother and, in a chilling escalation, used a blunt metal object to strike her head. Prosecutors revealed in court that a metal clamp was the weapon used in the attack, as reported by News 12 Long Island. Throughout the assault, Strano allegedly screamed questions of disbelief at his mother’s resilience, including, “Why are you still breathing?” and “Why aren’t you dying?”
This alarming case serves as a grim reminder of the potential for violence within family dynamics, prompting discussions on the importance of addressing domestic conflicts before they escalate to such tragic proportions.
After the alleged attack, Strano fled the home, police said. Officers responded to the area, found the son “nearby,” arrested him, and brought him to an “area hospital for an evaluation.”
The mother reportedly lost consciousness and suffered lacerations and swelling to her face and head. She was brought to a hospital and is listed as in stable condition.
Strano pleaded not guilty during his court appearance, according to the local outlet.
Williston Park is located in Nassau County, a section of Long Island about 22 miles from Manhattan.