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American Focus > Blog > Crime > Life + 120 years for parolee who murdered 11-year-old Jayden Perkins
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Life + 120 years for parolee who murdered 11-year-old Jayden Perkins

Last updated: August 5, 2025 3:20 pm
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The tragic case of 11-year-old Jayden Perkins, who was fatally stabbed while trying to protect his mother from a domestic attack, has finally come to a close with the sentencing of Crosetti Brand to life in prison plus 120 years. This case not only shook the city but also shed light on the flaws in Illinois’ parole system.

Jayden lost his life on the morning of March 13, 2024, less than a day after Brand was released on parole for a previous domestic attack. Despite numerous warnings about his dangerous behavior, Brand was set free, leading to this devastating outcome. Judge Angela Munari-Petrone ensured that Brand will never see the light of day outside of prison again.

Prosecutors revealed that Brand had a history of terrorizing Jayden’s mother since 2006, resulting in multiple convictions for domestic violence and violations of orders of protection. Despite serving a shortened sentence for a 2015 home invasion, Brand was released in October 2023 with strict instructions to stay away from Jayden’s family. However, he quickly violated these terms, leading to his return to prison.

After being released again, Brand continued to harass Jayden’s mother, culminating in the tragic events that took Jayden’s life. He stabbed the young boy in the chest, severing his carotid artery, as Jayden bravely tried to protect his mother. Brand then fled the scene, leaving Jayden’s mother injured and in shock.

Authorities were able to track Brand’s movements through surveillance footage and recovered evidence, ultimately leading to his arrest. It was also revealed that Brand had numerous documents related to his parole violation in his home, showing a blatant disregard for the law.

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In the aftermath of Jayden’s death, his mother filed a lawsuit against the Illinois Department of Corrections and the Prisoner Review Board, holding them accountable for Brand’s release. She criticized officials for using her son’s name to push legislative initiatives while simultaneously trying to dismiss her lawsuit.

The tragic loss of Jayden Perkins serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of domestic violence and the importance of reforming parole systems to prevent such tragedies from occurring again. May Jayden’s memory live on as a beacon of light in the fight against injustice.

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