Brooklyn Father and Daughter Found Dead with Slashed Necks: Boyfriend Arrested for Murder

Brooklyn Father and Daughter Found Dead with Neck Slashes

Police in New York are investigating the murder of a 66-year-old woman and her 91-year-old father, Roosevelt Simmons, found dead in their home in Brooklyn’s Cypress Hills neighborhood. The 91-year-old victim, Jacqueline Delyons, and her father were discovered with slash wounds on the kitchen floor by a woman who visited them on Sunday afternoon. The visitor immediately called 911.

Arrest and Charges

The investigation led to the arrest of Delyons’ 46-year-old boyfriend, Lewis Kerry. Kerry was taken into custody for questioning before being formally arrested. He was charged with first-degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree by the New York City Police Department.

Community Reaction

Neighbors of the victims described them as good people who lived in the neighborhood for decades and never had any suspicious activity concerns at their home. The community is still trying to come to terms with the tragic event, and many have expressed their shock and grief.

Specific Information:

• Victims: Jacqueline Delyons (66 years old) and her father Roosevelt Simmons (91 years old).
• Location: Cypress Hills neighborhood, Brooklyn.
• Investigation: Police arrested Lewis Kerry, Delyons’ 46-year-old boyfriend, for questioning and later charged him with first-degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon.
• Community Reaction: Neighbors described the victims as friendly and loved members of the community, expressing shock and grief over their deaths.