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Man Arrested for Allegedly Murdering Estranged Wife in Long Island

10/25/2025

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Asif Qureshi, 53, was arrested for allegedly murdering his estranged wife, Aleena Asif, 46, in their Long Island home on October 17, 2023.
Authorities allege he used a cyanide-like substance, resulting in severe facial burns.
The incident followed Asif's divorce filing on October 9, 2023, and Qureshi reportedly stalked her before the attack.
Their daughter found Aleena unconscious and called the police.
Qureshi, with a history of domestic violence, is held without bail and faces potential first-degree murder charges.

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Asif Qureshi, 53, was arrested for allegedly murdering his estranged wife, Aleena Asif, 46, in their Long Island home on October 17, 2023.
Authorities allege he used a cyanide-like substance, resulting in severe facial burns.
The incident followed Asif's divorce filing on October 9, 2023, and Qureshi reportedly stalked her before the attack.
Their daughter found Aleena unconscious and called the police.
Qureshi, with a history of domestic violence, is held without bail and faces potential first-degree murder charges.