An Aurora man has been sentenced to 38 years in prison for the fatal stabbing of his mother in 2022. Abel Quinones-Herstad, 23, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder charges for the death of Edith Gonzalez-Alarcon, 55.
Details of the Crime
The tragic incident occurred on July 14, 2022. Quinones-Herstad attacked his mother without lawful justification and with intent to kill. Reports indicate he stabbed her 26 times with a knife.
Investigation and Arrest
- Following the crime, Quinones-Herstad fled to his brother’s home in Wisconsin.
- At his brother’s house, he confessed to committing a serious offense against their mother.
- The Aurora Police Department was alerted to check on Gonzalez-Alarcon’s well-being.
On July 15, 2022, police discovered her body inside a closet at her home on Jackson Place. They also recovered a knife hidden under a rug in the living room.
Legal Proceedings
Quinones-Herstad was apprehended by the West Allis police in Wisconsin. He has been sentenced to a full 38 years in prison and has already served 1,243 days in the Kane County jail prior to sentencing.
Conclusion
This case serves as a tragic reminder of domestic violence and its devastating consequences. The community mourns the loss of Edith Gonzalez-Alarcon.
