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Mount Vernon Today
By the People, for the People
Former EMT Sentenced for Brutal Domestic Assault in Mount Vernon
The victim was left with severe injuries after the violent attack.
Apr. 20, 2026 at 12:21am
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The shattered remains of a victim's personal belongings serve as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of domestic violence.Mount Vernon TodayA former EMT in Mount Vernon, New York has been sentenced to two years in prison for a brutal domestic assault on his then-partner in 2024. The victim suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder, a torn rotator cuff, and multiple stab wounds during the attack, which the judge described as 'unsparing violence' that is all too common in domestic abuse cases.
Why it matters
Domestic violence continues to be a persistent issue that impacts victims across all social and economic boundaries. This case highlights the need for strong prosecution and support services for survivors as they navigate the trauma and aftermath of these attacks.
The details
On July 14, 2024, Eric Graham Parker followed his then-partner into their apartment bedroom, where he pinned her against the wall and punched her several times in the face. Parker then stabbed the woman as she tried to protect herself, dragged her through the bedroom, and blocked the doorframe with a mattress to prevent her from leaving. He then pushed her to the floor, pressed his knee into her face, and choked her while telling her 'I should kill you' and 'by the time someone hears you scream, I will be done killing you'.
- On July 14, 2024, the assault took place in the couple's Mount Vernon apartment.
- On January 15, Parker pleaded guilty to the charges.
The players
Eric Graham Parker
A 55-year-old former EMT in Mount Vernon who was convicted of brutally assaulting his then-partner in 2024.
Susan Cacace
The Westchester County District Attorney who announced Parker's sentencing and described the case as an example of the 'unsparing violence of domestic abuse'.
What they’re saying
“The defendant's brutal assault on his girlfriend evokes the unsparing violence of domestic abuse known all too well to survivors in this county. Domestic abuse has no type, needs no reason and offers no mercy. It impacts victims across all social and economic boundaries.”
— Susan Cacace, Westchester County District Attorney
“I am not the same person I was before. I find myself more isolated, less trusting, and more fearful of others. The sense of safety I once carried is gone. I struggle to let people get close to me. I question my intentions. I am constantly on guard. Some friendships have become strained under the emotional weight I carry. Trauma does not stay contained to one moment — it spills into every part of your life, including the relationships that once felt secure.”
— Victim
What’s next
The judge also issued permanent orders of protection for the victim and witnesses in the case.
The takeaway
This case highlights the ongoing need for strong prosecution and comprehensive support services for survivors of domestic violence, who often face long-lasting trauma and disruption to their lives even after the physical attack.
