Brooklyn Man, 22, Allegedly Told His Mother 'I Killed Grandma'

Jackson King, 22, was charged with murder after allegedly stabbing his 85-year-old grandmother inside her Bedford-Stuyvesant home on Marcus Garvey Boulevard in Brooklyn on January 16, 2026. Officers responding to a 911 call found the woman suffering from multiple stab wounds. She was transported to a nearby hospital where she later died. King was arrested shortly after and arraigned the following day. He pleaded not guilty and was ordered held without bail.

The Alleged Confession

Prosecutors allege King confessed to his mother shortly after the stabbing, telling her he had killed his grandmother. That alleged admission became a key factor in the early stages of the case. Authorities have not publicly discussed a possible motive or speculated about King’s mental state. Police indicated no one else was involved.

Legal Status

Court officials confirmed the charges reflect the severity of the allegations and the age of the victim. Additional charges could be considered as the case proceeds. No trial date was set. King remains in custody as proceedings move forward.

References: NYC Man Allegedly Told His Mom ‘I Killed Grandma’ After 85-Year-Old Woman Found Dead | Grandson charged in deadly stabbing of 85-year-old grandmother in Brooklyn