Wake County teen Jackson Dylan Borrello is accused of killing his 12-year-old sister and attempting to murder his 9-year-old brother in a shocking home attack near Fuquay-Varina.
FUQUAY-VARINA, N.C. — A quiet Wake County neighborhood is shattered after a 16-year-old boy allegedly brutally killed his 12-year-old sister and then turned on his 9-year-old brother in a violent attack inside their family home.
According to the Wake County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to a home on Tobacco Barn Road near Fuquay-Varina around 5:20 p.m. Monday for what was initially reported as a “serious assault.”
When deputies arrived, they found two children suffering from severe injuries.
Authorities say the teen suspect fled before law enforcement arrived but by Monday evening, the juvenile suspect was located nearby and taken into custody without further incident.
16-YEAR-OLD CHARGED WITH MURDER
Investigators have identified the suspect as 16-year-old Jackson Dylan Borrello.
The North Carolina Beat has identified Jackson’s sister as 12-year-old Clara Borrello and his 9-year-old brother as Joseph Borrello. Jackson has been charged with the murder of his sister and the attempted murder of his younger brother.
Authorities allege that Jackson tried to kill his brother with both a knife and a hammer. Clara was pronounced dead as a result of her injuries. Officials say the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will determine the exact cause of death.
Joseph survived the alleged attack. His condition has not been publicly released.
STUDENT AT WILLOW SPRING HIGH SCHOOL
Officials confirmed Borrello is a student at Willow Spring High School.
He is currently being held without bond at the Wake County Detention Center.
The teen was expected to appear in court Tuesday afternoon. However, a judge cited “unforeseen circumstances,” and the hearing has now been rescheduled for Wednesday afternoon.
The investigation remains ongoing.
2 thoughts on “Wake County Teen Accused of Killing 12-Year-Old Sister, Attempting To Murder 9-Year-Old Brother in Horrific Home Attack”
This is such a shame. Praying for Joseph and his family.
Joseph in my great grandsons best friend.
Please pray for Joseph.
I hope he will be tried as an adult and spend the rest of his life in prison.