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Jose William Funes-Zabala has been charged with second-degree murder following a brutal attack on his ex-girlfriend, Brenda Guadalupe Alfaro-Alcantara, in Hempstead, New York. According to police, Funes-Zabala stabbed Alfaro-Alcantara more than 30 times, with their two-year-old son witnessing the horrific scene.
Authorities reported that Alfaro-Alcantara had an order of protection against Funes-Zabala, which expired just days before the incident on October 4. The altercation allegedly arose after Funes-Zabala learned of Alfaro-Alcantara's new relationship, leading to a confrontation at her apartment. Family members had become concerned for her safety after failing to reach her.
“This defendant allegedly viciously stabbed Brenda Guadalupe Alfaro-Alcantara while their 2-year-old child disturbingly watched,” officials stated. The child was reportedly found smeared with his mother's blood. Funes-Zabala pleaded not guilty and was remanded without bail. If convicted, he faces a potential sentence of 25 years to life in prison.