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Son's Brutal Attack: "Why Aren't You Dying?"
6 Apr
Summary
- Man arrested for allegedly assaulting his elderly mother.
- He reportedly yelled, "Why aren't you dying?" during the attack.
- The victim is in stable condition after suffering severe injuries.

In Williston Park, New York, a brutal domestic violence incident unfolded on Wednesday, April 1, when John Strano, 37, allegedly attacked his 75-year-old mother. The altercation reportedly escalated violently, with Strano accused of pushing her to the ground, slamming her head, and striking her repeatedly with a metal clamp. Prosecutors stated that Strano choked his mother and disturbingly yelled, "Why aren't you dying?" and "Why are you still breathing?" during the assault.
The victim suffered significant injuries, including swelling across her face and head, severe lacerations, and a period of unconsciousness. She was transported to a local hospital and is listed in stable condition. Strano was apprehended by police over a mile away at an elementary school and was taken for medical evaluation before being arrested.
Strano faces serious charges including second-degree attempted murder, assault, criminal obstruction of breathing, and weapon possession. He has entered a plea of not guilty and was remanded. This incident highlights the critical need for domestic violence resources, with the National Domestic Violence Hotline available for support.