(DailyChive.com) – A disturbing case unfolds in Wisconsin involving a teenager accused of murdering his parents and living with their bodies for two weeks.
At a Glance
- Nikita Casap, 17, charged with killing his parents in Waukesha, Wisconsin.
- Bodies were discovered after weeks in their home following suspicious messages.
- Casap fled with cash and a gun, eventually arrested in Kansas.
- Facing charges including first-degree intentional homicide.
The Unsettling Crime
In a horrifying revelation, 17-year-old Nikita Casap is facing charges of first-degree intentional homicide for allegedly killing his mother, Tatiana Casap, and stepfather, Donald Mayer, in Wisconsin. On February 11, 2023, Casap purportedly shot his parents before living in the house alongside their bodies for two weeks. Concerns over unusual text messages led Mayer’s mother to request a welfare check, uncovering the grim scene.
Casap allegedly continued his routine, attending school intermittently while the bodies remained undiscovered. The teenage suspect’s nonchalance during this period adds unsettling layers to the tragic events in Waukesha.
A Cross-State Escapade
After over two weeks, Casap fled in his stepfather’s SUV, armed with a Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum and $14,000 in cash. He was apprehended in Kansas for a traffic violation after traveling over 800 miles from his Wisconsin home.
“It appears this individual was trying to flee the jurisdiction—not only this state, but this country.” – Waukesha County Court Commissioner Christopher Bailey
Prosecutors indicate that Casap sought fake license plates and discussed fleeing to Ukraine. His apprehension, initially linked to gun charges and theft, now includes severe charges such as hiding a corpse and misappropriating identity.
Legal Proceedings and Ongoing Investigation
Family, friends, and investigators are grappling with this shocking series of events. Evidence against Casap includes video footage and phone records tracking his movements. A classmate revealed Casap’s premeditated intentions and received threats from him, further complicating the case’s intricacies.
His bail increased significantly to $1 million, reflecting the gravity of his charges. Casap’s preliminary hearing is scheduled for April 9 as the legal process unfolds. With allegations pointing to an attempted escape, authorities remain alert to ensure justice is served in this harrowing case.
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