NYC throat-slash victim had been forced into domestic violence shelters by abusive killer: sister
Eryka Caldwell, a 41-year-old woman, was allegedly killed by her estranged boyfriend, Jonathan Fernandez, after a history of domestic violence. Caldwell had sought refuge in domestic violence shelters due to Fernandez's abusive behavior, which dated back to at least 2024. Following the incident, Fernandez was charged with murder and claimed self-defense during his court appearance.
- ▪Eryka Caldwell had been forced into domestic violence shelters by her boyfriend, Jonathan Fernandez.
- ▪Caldwell was allegedly killed when she attempted to end her relationship with Fernandez.
- ▪Fernandez has a criminal history that includes multiple arrests for robbery and domestic violence.
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Metro NYC throat-slash victim had been forced into domestic violence shelters by abusive killer: sister By Jordan Donegan, Ella Morrison and Jorge Fitz-Gibbon Published May 19, 2026, 2:44 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google A Brooklyn throat-slashing victim allegedly killed by an estranged boyfriend had been badly battered by him in the past and forced to flee to domestic violence shelters as recently as January, the victim’s sister told The Post. Eryka Caldwell, 41, was trying to kick 38-year-old Jonathan Fernandez out of the Bushwick apartment Sunday morning when prosecutors said the accused killer allegedly went into a rage and slit the victim’s throat — then sat calmly on the sofa and waited for cops, authorities said.
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