Mother Charged in Daughter’s Death | Providence News

Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 8, 2026 · 1m

A 62-year-old mother has been charged with murder after police found her with self-inflicted injuries and her 21-year-old daughter, Alexandra Straccia — who had severe autism and was entirely dependent on her — dead in their apartment. The tragic incident, which unfolded during a water emergency call, led detectives to recover a handwritten note and medications, prompting them to believe Angelosanto intentionally killed her daughter before attempting suicide. After being hospitalized and later released, she was arrested and held without bail. Police and prosecutors say the case is deeply…