Son Charged with Murder of Elderly Brooklyn Couple

Meyer Sperber, 46, Allegedly Stabbed His Parents in Their Borough Park Home Amid Struggles with Mental Health

Jacob and Rachel Sperber, both 75, were fatally stabbed in their Brooklyn home on Saturday, January 20, 2024.
Their 46-year-old son, Meyer Sperber, has been charged with their murder and weapon possession.
Neighbors described Meyer as 'disturbed' and 'awkward', and it was reported that he had been living with his parents, who were helping him with his mental health struggles.
The incident occurred in the Borough Park neighborhood, which residents describe as typically quiet and crime-free.
Jacob and Rachel Sperber were described as well-liked and kind, with Jacob known for inviting hungry locals into their home for food.