Bridgewater Mom Allegedly Killed By Son Was 'Beautiful, Loving, Caring,' Report Says

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — The woman who police say was fatally stabbed by her son in Bridgewater earlier this week has been described as a "beautiful, special and caring person" by friends and coworkers. Helen Litwornia and her husband, Steve, were both attacked and allegedly stabbed by their son, Michael, on Monday night, police say.

Coworkers tell MyCentralJersey.com they are not surprised by the turn of events because of the "nightmare" the pair had to deal with at home with Michael.

Coworkers tell the publication that Helen and Steve struggled to deal with their son's overwhelming mental problems. He had been diagnosed with Asperger syndrome and had become obsessive-compulsive. Things got worse after he stopped taking his medication, according to MyCentralJersey.com.

Steve is still in critical condition at an area trauma center where he underwent emergency surgery. Michael is being charged with first-degree homicide and second-degree aggravated assault.

Michael allegedly was hospitalized in the past year and attended therapy sessions three times a week. Showing the extent of his illness, a co-worker noted Michael had not changed his clothes since February, according to MyCentralJersey.com.

Authorities have not confirmed any allegations of mental illness and are continuing to investigate the incident.

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