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James Casullo

Case from Wallkill, NY dated May 26, 2016

Victim Details

James Casullo

Male

Wallkill

NY

2016-05-26

8

James

Casullo

07/11/2026

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In the quiet town of Wallkill, New York, a devastating tragedy unfolded that claimed the life of 8-year-old James Casullo. On the evening of Thursday, May 26, 2016, the young boy and his 12-year-old sister, Kathleen, were found deceased in their home on Fifth Avenue. The male child and his sister had been fatally shot as they slept in their beds.

The heartbreaking discovery was made by their mother when she returned home from work. Neighbors recalled hearing her screams after she managed ...
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  • Hudson Valley Post: Retired Newburgh Officer Allegedly Kills Himself, 2 Children
  • recordonline.com: Police: Retired Town of Newburgh cop killed his son, his daughter, himself
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    Has anyone else been thinking about the role of mental health support in this tragedy? It's absolute... ...Read More
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    I've been thinking a lot about how this family seemed so under the radar, and it makes me wonder abo... ...Read More
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