Family Slain While Trying On Shoes - Last Moments Recorded On Yak Bak - The Little Chester Massacre

On December 19th of 1995, as the Christmas holiday approached, residents of the Pelham Parkway section of the Bronx would watch as a horrific scene unfolded. While most of us were getting ready for festivities, five families were getting ready to bury their loved ones. All because of one monster and his mission to leave no survivors. My heart and condolences go out to all the families and loved ones affected by this tragic event. May they always rest in peace. You are never forgotten.

[@greenyoshi48]

My mom walks into my room as I was watching this, and asks me what am I watching, I told her it’s about this deranged man that killed people over boots, she asked me what year this happened and I said back in 1995, she proceeds to tell me that the kids were my fathers friends kids totally mind blown !! My dad used to always go to their dads mechanic shop back in the day and take me with him. Their father was amazing kind and a real friend to my father, unfortunately he passed away due to lung cancer years ago😢

[@latasha195]

Omg 😮😮😮😮😮😢😢😢😢😢so so very sorry for the family’s losses! 💔💔💔💔💔💔🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@deevillarreal9475]

😢🙏🏽🫂💙poor man.

[@ScaryPoppins]

Poor guy, lost his whole family.

[@alistent21]

Wow

[@310percentage]

can you prove it? aside frm a KZbin channel witta dog pfp lol I find these typa comments hard to believe

[@lionelluva]

Thank you Jose for this story. This man was a dangerous and unhinged demon. He should have never been let out. The police who ignored his confession two years earlier have he victims' blood on their hands.

[@palacios185]

I noticed that back in the 90s, the cops of NYC were not good at their jobs. If a criminal tells u that he knows about sniper jobs and tells u he killed to cabbies. How on God's green earth did this demon get a second chance at freedom.

[@dottieinvt]

Is the police fault they let themgo or the justice system, and the lawyers and judges

[@career5690]

@@dottieinvt It’s all of their fault.

[@stacyesparra411]

@Jose thank you for this. If I may, the boy you named Rafael is actually Ricardo. And the boy named as Ricardo is Rafael. The yak bak he had was a gift from my mother. Rafael was my friend from the 1st grade up to junior high school. He was my date to the 5th grade dance in elementary school. Our theme “under the sea” he and I painted a huge mural and it was post in the cafeteria. This day could’ve been an even worse nightmare. My mother and cousin crossed paths with Vernon. Mami said she didn’t feel right about something so she and my cousin left the store. Seconds later shots were heard yards from the store where my mother and cousin fell to the ground to avoid getting shot. Mom picked me up from school and was in tears. She asked me for a picture album I had with Ralphie and me, I showed her and she balled in tears. But I didn’t know why. Next morning I wake up because to turn the tv on, only to see Ricky and Ralphie’s face on the news. Man oh man did my world fall apart. That news paper entitled “Slain at the shoe store” is in my storage unit. I’ll never forget them. Jose thank you for this. God bless you.

[@EvilIntentions]

Hello, thanks for your comment! I noticed the newspaper had the names swapped in different papers so I made sure to just show both of them whenever I could. I knew they made an error there. That is very very sad. I have to look again but I think I had came across name class photo with one of the boys. I'm so sorry for your loss. This was so senseless.

[@joshuas4695]

..............Wow, Who knew KZbin would be this deep. Just watched the story and so much of this was happening back in the 90's Sorry for your loss 🙏🏽

[@chaniquasmith6258]

Your videos are so well made. RIP to the victims.😢

[@Lady-Key87]

❤️❤️❤️❤️I drop everything whenever you upload!!!!

[@quilola1873]

You better!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@dmplopez3880]

FACTS!!!! ❤️❤️❤️

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His videos are soo good. 😫 he really knows how to set the pace and tell the story.😂🙌

[@danaj8797]

Right ✅️

[@lavenderblu253]

Me too ❤❤❤❤

[@AmbourMichelle]

You've quickly become one of my favorite true crime channels. Keep up the great work. Appreciate you. 🖤

[@t.wilson5106]

I live in Upstate South Carolina and never have had the privilege of visiting New York, but Jose,does such a indepth, research on the victims and sad horrors that be fail them. He doesn't sensationalize for the sake of views on his channel. This man has compassion for the victims and families and gives them dignity and respect! Bless you Jose, you are a cut above all the other true crime vloggers and deserve validation and millions of subscribers from New York and all over the world! Blessings 🕊️

[@TheDutchessOfCornville]

I haven’t been to nyc in several years, but it’s an amazing place if you can ever get there. And even better, if you can stand the cold (it gets BITTER), try and visit during the holidays. Theres just this very special energy there. Happy holidays to you and your family! ❤️

[@jenniferwebb4628]

Agreed… the way he cares comes through in the way he tells their story

[@t.wilson5106]

@@TheDutchessOfCornville blessings and Happy Holidays to you and your family 🎄🕊️

[@deborahmoore8023]

My parents and extended family members are South Carolina natives. Charleston and Mount Pleasant respectfully. They left SC and moved to New York years ago and had 5 children. I love SC! God bless you! ❤

[@209_sins]

Your channel is presented with total adherence and reverence for the families. IT IS NOT UNNOTICED. I wish so many more "true crime" channels would utilize 1/100th of your integrity and decorum of a note on how you present your videos. Thank you. You always choose truth and honor above self-gratification and expolitation every time, amongst hard-hitting reporting and story-telling. Thank you again so much for doing this the right way.

[@NikkiRich174]

I Agree This Series Is So Respectfully Done It's Like A New Genre Of Journalism Because It Pays Such Homage To The Victims Their Families And Their Stories Which Make Us Never Forget The Victims... RIP To All Of Those Whose Lost Their Lives In This Madness

[@209_sins]

@@NikkiRich174 Truth

[@shammyshammy407]

You’re gonna be over a million real quick. Love the channel ✊🏾

[@EvilIntentions]

🙌🙌 appreciate that!

[@angelabordack]

I will never forget this. Being from the Bronx, some of us couldn’t wrap our minds around it.

[@Iambecoming1111]

Wow i remember this tragedy this was a well known store. i went to high school in the area. Thanks for this ill never forget this horrific story. RIP to the victims 😞 💔

[@Blackfitbrogi89]

I was 5 years old when this happened! I could have been an easy target during this horrific situation! Especially that I’m a Bronx native! Rest In Peace to the victims 😢

[@CC-nl1bo]

This was devastating. R.I.P to the families.😢🙏🕊️

[@RealKame]

I'm sorry for the lives that were lost 🙏

[@alisonscott1469]

Hello from Scotland in the UK. I love your compassion for the victims and the way you tell these stories. I look forward to your videos. Wishing you a very merry christmas . Take care and i’ll catch you on your next video. Take care 😘🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@richersonkate]

❤

[@jnchrizz]

R.I.P to the victims

[@LaReginaPatrizia]

Your videos are wonderful. Well arranged and well researched.

[@beast1160]

I remember that day. I lived in the Bronx when I heard this story. Rest In Power to the victims.🙏🏾

[@daishawilliams8301]

I love how you cover stories we never here about from New York🎉

[@JessieLee_]

Your videos are getting better and better. This is truly heat shattering 💔 As for those who lost their lives that day, may you rest in peace 🕊️ My heart and prayers goes out to the families and loved ones ❤🙏😢

[@motherwitch4683]

I just came across your page and now I'm binge watching. I'm so happy I found you🖤🖤

[@ruth80809]

Such a tragic case. I appreciate how respectful you are in honoring the victims. Great video.

[@amberrodriguez9559]

It's so sad that mental health issues go unnoticed until tragedy happens. Especially common in NY everyone turns a blind eye 😢

[@Ontheroxxwithsalt]

Mentally ill people are not the problem. CRIMINALS are. People really need to stop labeling "mental health" as the reason as if all people with mental health issues are monsters. STOP IT. This man was a criminal, brought up without morals or values and probably no father in the home. SMH Mental health is a cop out.

[@Kindredcocopuff]

Your channel has truly touched my heart. I pray youre a good person. It's so hard to tell these days. But i do know one thing. You are telling these people's stories with the dignity, respect, and care that they deserved in life. For that, I thank you.

[@DescendIntoTheAbsurd]

Another case from the Pelham Parkway area is that of Francine Elveson in 1978. Her killer is still alive in jail.

[@gloriaross4265]

My Condolences 💐 to all the Families 🙏🏽❤

[@denisejones480]

i love when u upload a new story being that i was born n raised in the Bronx!! I've lived in Brooklyn since 1999, but there's no place like the Bronx.I'll never forget this story!!! S.I.P. to the victims 🕊️💐🕊️💐🕊️💐🕊️💐🕊️

[@yjdenet]

I will say this again, your channel is so under rated! You do such a great job researching each case.

[@Unlike230]

OMG....my dear God! I been there at the moment going to college. I can never forget or get over this. Never 😞😭

[@TheDutchessOfCornville]

Thank you for treating the victims and their families with the respect they deserve. I appreciate you and hope you and everyone else in this community has a wonderful and safe holiday season ❤️

[@TheDutchessOfCornville]

My condolences to the families of the victims. How horrible.

[@charm7034]

This story is so sad on so many levels. Thanks for sharing.

[@lildoveable]

Another great example of respect and compassion. RIP to all.

[@user-jk9mk5gi4c]

Love your channel

[@Meshiapatrice]

Your voice is so soothing

[@stevenrodriguez4352]

Very sad and very disturbing all he had to do was check another shoe store it seems that the justice system had failed the people of new York City thank you for the wonderful and very well concise and accurate video Jose peace and happiness to you and your family this holiday season 🙏

[@ruthiecanan1045]

Love your contents and seeing your progress. Keep up the awesome work! And thank you for bringing to light these cases

[@zombinosh]

I'm so glad that i found your channel. You give all of these people dignity.

[@normajeancaballero7959]

Your spoken respect for those whose lives were stolen is commendable. God Bless You and Every Heart Broken and Touched by Your Stories. ✝️🛐✝️🛐✝️🛐✝️🛐✝️🛐✝️🛐✝️🛐✝️🛐✝️

[@kellybetteridge4434]

Your content is first class & you’re the only channel I click on the minute I see you have uploaded. The respect & humanity you show to the victims is unmatched. Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year to you & your family. 2024 I believe is truly going to be your year. 🎉

[@fanaticat1]

Such a sad & tragic case, so close to the holidays...I used to live in the Bronx, the Fordham section. I left there in 1978, tragically, things there have gotten worse. You did a wonderful job presenting this story, as always!

[@timafiggy]

It gotten better tin the 90's I shopped there a lot between 96-2001 before 9/11 and a little bit after before I left NYc for the Desert in 03.

[@fanaticat1]

@@timafiggy it’s really been bad lately. I’ve been in New Jersey for 45 years and it seems like every few days there’s something else in the news about the Bronx. It seems to be getting more dangerous and it’s very sad. 😞 Happy holidays!

[@monica012077]

It has its moments, but overall the Bronx of 2023 is better than the Bronx of the 1970's and 80's. Lots more buildings & better parks. The main problems are still there but to a lesser degree: Drugs & crime mainly. Lots of homelessness, poverty and a lack of jobs. It's also getting slowly gentrified and property owners are trying to price out NY's with rents from $2500 to $3500.

[@fanaticat1]

@@monica012077 I lived in the Bronx in the 70s I remembered how bad it was that was a time of son of Sam. It’s just a shame that so many bad things happen there even still.

[@JanetJames-dw6xo]

I love your voice I could listen to you all day. You narrate so well.

[@daysucv7962]

To the narrator I love how you express yourself and doing good deeds reporting story 👏👏👏 I applaud 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 I really admire you

[@kingmiller1982]

I absolutely love this channel and this KZbinr, you can tell he cares about what he does, his work, he's not a money hungry KZbinr like most.

[@stacyesparra411]

I knew this family!!!!! I grew up with the boys… 12/19. Will never ever forget this day!

[@cutepanda1026]

My husband and I are both from the Bronx, it's so sad to hear the stories you have shared with us, But we love your channel, and always look forward to them, our hearts go out to all the victims and their families, Thank you for all your hard work, we appreciate it.

[@vanblessa]

This happened on my birthday which is tomorrow. I will be thinking of the poor victims and saying a little prayer for them 🙏🏼😞 may they rest in peace

[@JoannaMiller-vo6bk]

Thank you sooooo much! I NEVER CLICKED SO FAST. APPRECIATE YOU❤

[@ladydragon5526]

Every time I watch a video it brings back so many memories some good some bad😢 but I remember that store... I remember when it used to be a Buster Brown

[@xtinabrown84]

Your videos are everything. Thank you for what you’re doing.

[@ItsMyWorld617]

Thank you for all that you are & all the hard work you do....Like, share & subscribe everyone! This channel is about to BLOW UP in no time....

[@VICC42]

Ricardo was my friend. He was so FUNNY!!! A ladies man!!!! We had a nice click in school! Man those were the days! School was never the same after this, truthfully it afected us all! It was like unreal to accept that massacre can happen so close to one of our own. We all went to that sneaker spot good sales we were all poor and the owners would give families a break!!! Graduation was sad, school dances were sad, I will never forget this!! Ricardo had a bright future his momma was trying for her two boys. 😢 and I will never forget Ricardo yes youuu the one who use to make fun of my Selena wanna be hairdo 😒😂🥴 RIP. 😢

[@Luciano19309]

I was 3 years old my mom used to take us uptown to go shopping this is so crazy back in the 90’s it was so many stories you never heard. Thank You 🙏🏽

[@sadetucker2094]

This is truly sickening. All of this over shoes?? Poor families😢😢😢😢

[@cynthiajara9044]

I can't stop telling you this but your videos are amazing and dull of detail information. Can youtube please give this man an award. This is crazy I am usually around here.

[@kinsley7777]

✨ Jose, your editing is amazing ! … your skills have grown exponentially … well done, as always … thank YOU for the sincerity you maintain

[@cynthiastyner163]

This is beyond sad 😢... May they continue to R.I.P 🙏🏾😔

[@spreadloveandkindness]

I have learned so much about the history of new york city through these videos

[@susanhobbins3744]

Yet again another great but sad and horrible video.Your research and description of this is very informative and told very respectfully.Merry Christmas.

[@burntpopcorn7543]

You have the perfect voice for this type of narration.

[@uniquelyyoley3272]

My deepest condolences to the victims/ families of the victims. This is SO HORRIBLE/SO SAD🪽🪽🪽🪽🪽🙏🏽‼️

[@stevensonjc21]

How are you EvilIntentions? I’ve been a subscriber for a year now I think and LOVE this Channel. As a fellow NYer as well, I appreciate the stories told and the focus on the Victims. However I have ONE small recommendation. In a addition to all these sad stories about life taken way too soon -- perhaps you add some sad stories that eventually end up as a blessing. There are stories out there like saved from kidnappings, attempted robberies Intercepted, child abduction plans foiled, shootings of people who survived and in turn end up doing great things like bringing awareness. Even the Central Park 5 case Ends well cause the falsely accused both got payments from the City and Yusuf (iirc) became a city councilman. One story like that that amongst such sadness (preferably around Christmas to curate the Christmas miracle vibe) would balance the sadness with a powerful tale of perseverance. Your channel is great without a doubt tho!!!

[@OllieOxen]

I grew up down the block from this shopping area, my mom remembers this…. Pelham Parkway is a calmer area in the Bronx and although I was only a toddler when this took place I can only imagine the chaos that day, especially around the holidays. Rip to the victims. 😔 thank you for sharing this story.

[@Jillhendry22]

What a heartbreaking storie. Here we celebrating Christmas with our family's, and those victims can't , and they were looking forward to those times . What a sick monster , I hope he's still in prison , or not alive so he can burn in hell for what he did. RIP to all the victims, and my prayers will continue going out to the families 🙏 thank you for telling their stories and always caring for them.

[@RowZeeG]

There is truly something to be said about this channel! 💯 ❤❤..You show so much respect to the families and bring notice to cases that we would never hear about . I appreciate the time you take out to research and post these well documented cases! And big respect for always repping where your from my family has just become new residents of ✨NEW YORK ✨so I will be visiting there soon! 💪🏼😎 anyways keep up the good work, your channel has become one of my top favorites ⭐️❤🙃..

[@AnnetteReyes]

Thank you for the respect and all your amazing work you put into the stories with love. I remember reading about this one so sad and 💔 innocent people things like this just shouldn't happen. My deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims who have to live this tragedy and remember the holidays with this horrific event. R.I.P S.I.P 🕊️

[@0402summer]

Even though these stories are very sad and heartbreaking I always look forward to watching his videos. R.I.P 💔

[@brianas6550]

Jose!!!! Your delivery is very genuine and respectful. Thank you for sharing these stories. My condolences go to the families of the victims. ❤️

[@ydcee3123]

Conflicting account. Our narrator's is that two offucers were two doors down for food (still to this day, the only time I see time and also AFTER the crime). But the news give kudos to an officer driving by ( probably to get food). This story is horrendous. Good work by our narrator and Happy Holidays.

[@EvilIntentions]

Yeah, I mentioned both and put the text there because I wanted to show how much confusion goes on when a story first breaks. Everyone's in such a rush to be first and bad info is put out. That's why I don't do videos on newer cases very often. I always like to make sure the info is solid. Thank you for the kind words!

[@John-zz5gt]

One of the Greatest Narrators ive heard.

[@yvonnefigueroa9165]

The little boys last words really crush my heart. 😢

[@johncbny]

These stories make your heart break a little more each time you hear them. Why someone would hurt innocent people, especially children, is beyond comprehension. God bless them in their eternal sleep.

[@mathiefranchuk1624]

I drop everything when you upload as well. Merry Christmas Jose

[@EvilIntentions]

I appreciate you! Happy Holidays!

[@mathiefranchuk1624]

@@EvilIntentions I appreciate you too..the way that you honor the victims and the way you tell their story is very moving. Greetings fron Vernon B.C.Canada. Never been to The Big Apple..my hubby has and again a big fat Merry Christmas to you and your family

[@EvilIntentions]

Never been to B.C either! That's on my list because I hear it's really nice out there. Also some unknown cases I'd love to touch on.

[@carolinachickfrombrooklyn664]

I love your channel….

[@yeseniaroca8229]

My condolences to all that lost their lives very sad 😞

[@alison4316]

I love this channel so damn much. Appreciate your work ❤

[@dejaneecalloway8775]

Respect ❤ I’m glad to see this channel grow 💕

[@TheNailBank]

I literally stop everything to make sure i watch these videos. N i watch it 3 4 times to make sure i missed nothing. N if you cant post for awhile i have a run it back marathon as i call it. I even got my nail clients waiting for episodes

[@suzybailey-koubti8342]

Thank you so much, Jose ❤

[@toiletfrog]

Wow, amazing work on this documentary. You did a great job honoring the victims and giving us a real perspective. Those sweet boys had everything ahead of them 💔

[@gfcancio]

RIP to all the victims, Happy Holidays and keep up the great videos!

[@latoyamcghee1524]

Thanks for another great video!!! God Bless You and keep up the Wonderful work 🙏❤️🙏❤

[@sideshowtink]

Horrible story and your coverage was excellent, as always!

[@ashlove888]

Thank you for always sharing these stories . Been with you since the beginning love this channel and the awareness it brings . God bless 🙏

[@stephz0r93]

How sad, something as innocent as looking for shoes ends in such tragedy. Rest In Peace to all the lives lost 🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@sherribunn9136]

My favorite channel ❤

[@Tamzbongeaux]

That monster was a real life demon. That area is one of the places my family loves to go shop when we visit New York and we always stay in the BX . Never imaged something so horrific had, happen there. Rip to all the victims.

[@VivienneMarsden-ky6or]

U have so much RESPECT for the victims and thank you for the upload as i would of never heard about it .watching from Dublin Ireland.

[@mulcared78]

Another great video - keep up the good work

[@babyspicebitch]

thank you brother 🩷 happy holidays to you and yours!!

[@LuckiestStarByFar]

Hi, I just found your channel. Your videos are touching. Thank you. ❤

[@KarenBaez-xt5bh]

Love the way you make your videos so much information and empathy for the family is true it does not go unnoticed.❤❤❤hope your channel continues to grow and setting an example🎉🎉

[@smugandsmarmy]

I have to tell you how much I appreciate your content. I recently found your channel and immediately subscribed. I’ve been going through your videos and always felt there was something different and special about them. During this video it hit me: everything about your content is intentional. Your scripts, your delivery, the details you include about the victims and their lives are absolutely unparalleled. The background you give us about the locations involved makes me feel like I’m right there, and I’ve never been to NYC. You have a way of showing us, not telling us. It’s a rare quality and I want you know that it doesn’t go unnoticed. There’s such a genuine feeling of authenticity in every video and I for one am grateful I found you and I thank you for the hard work and thoughtfulness you put into every single moment of every single video. ♥️

[@Queen_banana1983]

Thank you for such a informative yet sad video 🙏🙏🙏

[@Kathy-us6zx]

Oh the tragedy…..thanks I just subscribed to your channel

[@Therealchristopherjessup]

Crazy story bro. Thanks for the video.

[@LongRange245]

Keep up the great info big brother 😢

[@aspenduvall7809]

I just started watching you love your content and your voice

[@nicolettegeiger3678]

Huge fan of yours after just a few videos, I love your take on around where you live and showing the areas that these crimes happen, very unique

[@heavymetalredneck7973]

Sitting outside on my porch enjoying the peace and quiet, hearing stories like these have taught me how lucky I am to have grown up in a town of under 200 people, yes, its pretty boring but nothing is better than not being shot at......or robbed or victimized in any way, get out of the city's people and leave the drama behind.

[@Littlekitten_]

I’m born and still live in Chicago ! You’re living my dream! Hopefully one day !

[@lindahamilton3569]

I agree I live in the beautiful Mountains of Kentucky and I feel extremely lucky and blessed to not fear of being shot at, car jacked, robbed, or murdered when I walk outside my home..

[@monica012077]

If a serial killer goes to your town you have a high chance of being murdered whereas the chances in NYC would be 1 out of 8.5 million people.

[@laurametheny1008]

So horrible and incomprehensible! He destroyed 5 lives, one a child, and shattered the lives of their loved ones. And at Christmas. And for WHAT? Where is he now? Ugh. It just makes me so angry and sorry for them. I'm sure he ruined his own fam as well. Shameful. Things get more and more senseless every day. Well...not if you believe the Bible. I hope they are all at peace, those who passed and those left behind. Thank you Jose. Have a safe and joyous holiday🙏🏼💔🪽😮‍💨🎄