Texas man arrested for fatal beating of mother during
A tragic incident in Fort Worth has left a community in shock as a man has been taken into police custody for the brutal murder of his mother during an attempted exorcism. According to Fort Worth Police, 23-year-old Alexander Taylor Valdez was arrested after an anonymous caller reported a disturbing photo on Snapchat showing a woman covered in what appeared to be blood.
When police arrived at Valdez’s residence, he answered the door holding a Bible with blood on his face, neck, torso, hands, and feet. He allegedly confessed to officers that he was performing witchcraft to kill his mother in an exorcism. Valdez then led police to the master bedroom where they discovered the lifeless body of his 58-year-old mother, Teresita Sayson, along with a deceased dog.
Sayson had sustained severe trauma to her face and upper body, indicating that she had been bludgeoned with a blunt force object. A search warrant executed at the scene uncovered a broken jewelry box with blood and human hair, believed to be the murder weapon. Valdez was promptly arrested and is now facing a murder charge, with a bond set at $750,000.
The Fort Worth community is reeling from this horrific crime, as details of the incident continue to emerge. It serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of violence and the importance of mental health awareness and intervention. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Teresita Sayson during this difficult time.
As the investigation unfolds, authorities are working diligently to bring justice to the victim and ensure the safety of the community. It is imperative that we come together to support one another and strive for a safer, more compassionate society for all. Let us honor the memory of Teresita Sayson by advocating for peace, understanding, and healing in the wake of this senseless tragedy.
