Police say a 46-year-old woman is responsible for fatally stabbing her 9-year-old son Tuesday night.

According to police, Kathlene DeMichele killed her son and then tried to stab herself. The incident occurred at 24 Broad Street in Manasquan. Neighbors say DeMichele lived in her second-floor apartment for about two years. They say they never saw signs of trouble.

DeMichele is in critical condition at a local hospital. She is charged with murder and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose. Her bail has been set at $1 million bail.