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Gruesome Double Homicide at Family-Owned Deli in Bethpage
12/9/2025, 12:16:00 AM
Fatal Incident at A&A Italian Deli
On December 4, 2025, Vito Dambrosio, a 30-year-old man from Seaford, New York, was arrested for allegedly stabbing his parents, Angela Pulisciano, 62, and Antonio Dambrosio, 70, to death inside their family-owned establishment, A&A Italian Deli in Bethpage. The incident occurred shortly after 9 a.m. during an altercation between Dambrosio and his parents in a back room of the deli. Police reports indicate that Dambrosio first attacked his mother, stabbing her in the throat, before turning the knife on his father.
Upon arrival, officers found Dambrosio in the parking lot, covered in blood. Witnesses reported that he admitted, "I just stabbed my parents," before being taken into custody. Angela was pronounced dead at the scene, while Antonio succumbed to his injuries shortly after being transported to a local hospital.
Background and Context
Dambrosio had a history of violence and was estranged from his family following a domestic incident involving a sibling, which led to an order of protection against him issued in November 2025. At the time of the murders, he was out on bond and wearing an ankle monitor related to this prior incident. Just before the stabbing, Dambrosio allegedly slapped a female employee at a nearby coffee shop, an act that was reported to the police.
Community Reaction
The double homicide has left the local community in shock. Friends and patrons of the deli described Angela and Antonio as kind and generous individuals who had served the community for over three decades. A GoFundMe campaign has been established to assist the family with funeral expenses, raising over $50,000. Mourners have gathered outside the deli, leaving flowers and candles in memory of the victims, with many expressing disbelief over the tragedy.
Official Statements & Responses
The Nassau County District Attorney's Office has charged Dambrosio with first-degree murder. During a bedside arraignment at Nassau University Medical Center, he pleaded not guilty and was ordered held without bail. His attorney, Raymond Queliz, declined to comment on the case. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the murders is ongoing.
Criticism & Opposition
Some community members have raised concerns about the effectiveness of the legal system in preventing such tragedies, particularly regarding the handling of domestic violence cases. The presence of an active order of protection and Dambrosio's prior interactions with law enforcement have prompted discussions about potential systemic failures.
Verbatim Quotes
- "They would give you the shirt off their back." — Dan Harper, Friend of the Victims
- "This was tragic, really. They had a beautiful family." — Lorraine Decanio, Deli Patron
- "I stabbed my parents." — Vito Dambrosio, Alleged Confession to Witness
What's Next
Dambrosio is scheduled to appear in court again on December 9, 2025, as the legal proceedings continue. The community remains in mourning, reflecting on the loss of two beloved figures who were integral to the local fabric.
