Fort Worth Man Arrested For Killing Own Mother During 'Exorcism'

Fort Worth, Texas - 23-year-old Alexander Taylor Valdez greeted police at the door, holding a bible, covered in blood, after reports came in that he had sent a troubling photo to someone via Snapchat.

What happened?

A warrant was issued for his arrest when a 911 caller told authorities Valdez sent them a photo of a woman lying on the ground, covered in what they thought could be blood.

Valdez told police, "It was an exorcism," and "I was doing witchcraft to kill my mom." He also said, "There is a dead body in there, it's my mom," according to the affidavit.

The woman lying on the floor, drenched in blood, was none other than Valdez's mother, 58-year-old Teresita Sayson, who was found deceased in the master bedroom along with a dog.

Police allege she was bludgeoned to death by Valdez, as severe trauma was present on her face and torso. A broken jewelry box covered in blood and human hair was also located in the same room and has been indicated as a possible murder weapon.

Valdez is being held under a $750,000 bond and faces murder charges.

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