Massachusetts Horror: Man Allegedly Kills Ill Mother During Sleep-Deprived Rampage

A Massachusetts man is facing murder charges after functionaries say he killed his frail mother during what investigators are calling a violent psychotic break brought on by extreme sleep deprivation Massachusetts Horror Man Allegedly Kills Ill Mother During Sleep-Deprived Rampage According to police reports the suspect whose identity has not yet been distributed pending further assessment had not slept for several days when he allegedly attacked his -year-old mother in their shared home Neighbours narrated reporters the man had been acting erratically in latest days appearing paranoid and agitated When police arrived at the residence following a call from another family member they located the elderly woman unresponsive and severely injured She was pronounced dead at the scene Officers published struggling to restrain the suspect who they described as exhibiting superhuman-like strength It reportedly took multiple officers to subdue him and he was later hospitalised for evaluation before being taken into custody Officers say the man has a history of mental wellness struggles and his behaviour in the days leading up to the attack was consistent with a drug-induced psychosis or severe sleep-related delusion Toxicology results are pending The victim described by friends as a kind and soft-spoken woman battling chronic illness had been living with her son so he could help care for her She was so frail one neighbour disclosed It s heartbreaking and disturbing to think of what she went through Mental physical condition advocates are once again emphasising the need for early intervention and aid services for families dealing with mental illness or substance use The suspect is being held without bail and is expected to undergo a psychological evaluation before formal arraignment A court date has not yet been scheduled