Police: Son murders mom inside Long Island home

DEER PARK, Long Island (WABC) -- A mother was murdered on Long Island - police say by her own son.

Deborah Strauch, 64, was shot inside her home in Deer Park on Friday night just before 9:30 p.m.

Strauch's 26-year-old son, Tyler was taken into custody a short time later. He is now awaiting arraignment.

There is no word yet on a possible motive for the shooting.

An investigation is underway.

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