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Man Accused of Killing His Own Mother After Body Found in Dumpster, Police Say | News Channel 3-12

MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, JUL 21 – Anthony Caruso was arrested after an eight-hour standoff and charged with second-degree murder for the fatal injuries to his mother, who flew in to check on his welfare.

  • On Sunday morning, officers arrested Anthony Caruso at 800 Washington Avenue, after discovering his mother Elizabeth's nearly decapitated body in a dumpster during an eight-hour standoff.
  • With no response for hours, a welfare check was ordered after her son-in-law called police, citing concern for her wellbeing.
  • According to arrest documents, SWAT officers used a taser and K-9, injuring Anthony Caruso’s right arm during the standoff.
  • Anthony Caruso was charged with second-degree murder and held without bond; police said he was processed at Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center.
  • As the investigation continues, the medical examiner’s office has begun inspections, and Caruso faces multiple charges, including murder, according to Miami-Dade Corrections records.
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Anthony Rosario Caruso, 40, was arrested at his apartment in Miami Beach. The victim had traveled from New Jersey to visit him.

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Telemundo Miami (51) broke the news in on Sunday, July 20, 2025.
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