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Former New Hampshire broadcaster and father Scott Antonivich was nearly killed in a brutal 2024 stabbing by his teenage son, only to find himself silenced by the legal system that followed. Though no abuse was ever found and all claims against him were dismissed, he remains barred from any contact with his son, who was placed in the custody of the same adults now under formal ethics investigation. As Father’s Day approaches, Antonivich is speaking out about the trauma, the truth, and a plea deal that minimizes the violence – all in hopes of reclaiming his voice and helping others like him.

Former Broadcaster Nearly Killed by Son, Yet Courts Prevent Any Reconciliation — While False Abuse Claims Go Unpunished

SWANZEY, NH – As Father’s Day approaches, most dads hope for a card, a call, or a shared memory. For Scott Antonivich – a former New England broadcaster known to many as Parker Springfield – it marks another year of enforced silence.

In September 2024, Antonivich was the victim of a near-fatal stabbing by his teenage son in a sudden, unprovoked attack. The violence left him with a crushed hand, stab wounds to his neck, deep facial lacerations, and permanent physical damage. The trauma was so severe that he was airlifted by medevac to UMass Memorial Medical Center, where doctors fought to save his life.

“I didn’t lose my son that day because of the attack,” Antonivich says. “I lost him because the system made sure I could never speak to him again.”

NO ABUSE FOUND – YET A FATHER ERASED
Antonivich has never been charged with abuse. In fact, no court, agency, or authority has ever found credible evidence to support the claims made by his ex-wife, Dana Castor, a Certified Recovery Support Worker (CRSW). In April 2025, a judge denied her domestic violence restraining order, ruling that Antonivich had not committed abuse under RSA 173-B.

Despite this, Antonivich has been barred from any contact with his son – not because of an order against him, but due to the court placing a restraining order on the boy himself, a move that effectively criminalizes any attempt at reconciliation. Since the attack, his son has been exposed exclusively to the narrative promoted by Castor and her employer, Quinton Estey, with no opportunity to hear or question his father’s side of the story.

“They’ve ensured he hears only one story – the false one,” Antonivich says. “That’s not protection. That’s indoctrination.”

A SYSTEM IN CONFLICT
Following the attack, the teen was initially placed into the custody of Quinton Estey, Castor’s employer at Community Improvement Associates – despite objections from prosecutors and probation officers. Then, in March 2025, custody was transferred to Dana Castor – without notifying Antonivich, despite his status as the victim.

Both Castor and Estey are now under formal investigation by the New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification:

Castor (Docket No. 2025-MHP-Castor-0497) admitted under oath that she suspected abuse but never filed a report – a likely violation of her duty as a mandated reporter.

Estey (Docket No. 2025-ALC-Estey-0498) is being investigated for allegedly providing altered or selectively edited digital evidence to law enforcement and the court -evidence that was never forensically authenticated before influencing judicial decisions.

AN ATTACK FEW SURVIVE
Medical and emergency records confirm the life-threatening nature of the assault:

• A 7-centimeter stab wound to the left side of the neck, narrowly missing a carotid artery.
• A deep facial laceration near the ear and jawline, requiring extensive sutures.
• A crushed right hand and defensive wounds on both forearms.
• Blunt-force trauma to the face from being struck with an electric guitar.
• Emergency airlift to UMass Memorial Medical Center, where doctors worked to prevent death or long-term neurological damage.

“This wasn’t a moment of anger,” Antonivich says. “It was attempted murder. And now, I’m the one erased from the story.”

A PLEA DEAL – AND STILL NOT ENOUGH FOR THE DEFENSE
A plea deal is currently on the table, offering shockingly lenient terms given the severity of the attack. The agreement would allow the teen to avoid adult sentencing and incarceration entirely. Yet despite the already reduced consequences, the defense continues to argue for even less accountability, further delaying a final resolution.

A court hearing is expected soon. Until then, Antonivich continues to live without contact, clarity, or closure.

“There’s already no justice,” he says. “Now they want to erase even the acknowledgment that this happened.”

PARRICIDE: A STATISTICAL ANOMALY
Parricide – the act of a child killing or attempting to kill a parent – is one of the rarest violent crimes in the United States. According to the FBI, only 186 fathers were killed by their children in 2017, making up less than 2% of all U.S. homicides.

Most parricide cases involve:

• Adult offenders with histories of severe psychiatric illness or long-standing domestic violence.
• Documented patterns of abuse by the parent.
• Prior intervention attempts by law enforcement or social services.

None of these factors apply in Antonivich’s case, making the incident exceptionally rare and deeply concerning in light of the systemic response.

(Sources: FBI Uniform Crime Report; KTNV News Analysis, 2023)

A BROADCAST CAREER DESTROYED – AND A FATHER SILENCED
Antonivich’s successful broadcasting career was effectively destroyed in the wake of the attack and surrounding allegations. He has since been left with over $200,000 in medical debt, emotional trauma, and a public narrative that distorts the truth.

His upcoming memoir, The Death of Parker Springfield, will detail the attack, the years of manipulation that preceded it, and the institutional failures that followed.

“When I woke up in the hospital, my first thought wasn’t about revenge – it was about my son,” Antonivich says. “Despite everything, I love him. I’ve forgiven him. I miss him. And I want nothing more than to be part of his healing. But I can’t do that while the system keeps us apart.”

A MESSAGE FOR FATHER’S DAY
This Father’s Day, Antonivich is not asking for sympathy – he’s asking for scrutiny.

“This is bigger than me. It’s about what happens when systems built to protect are used to silence. I’m speaking out because someone has to.”

Antonivich is available for media interviews to discuss this ongoing case and the broader implications for victims of both violence and systemic failure.

“This is the most personal and painful experience of my life,” he says. “But I believe it has meaning beyond just me. I want my story to expose what’s broken, challenge the silence, and help others who feel just as erased by the system as I have.”

Those wishing to support Scott Antonivich’s ongoing fight for justice, healing, and the chance to rebuild his life can do so through his official GoFundMe campaign: Help Rebuild Life After Attempted Murder

This campaign supports medical expenses, legal costs, and trauma recovery, and reflects Antonivich’s commitment to turning his pain into purpose — not just for himself, but for others failed by the system.

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This article reflects the personal experiences and opinions of Scott Antonivich and is based on public records, sworn courtroom testimony, and ongoing legal proceedings. All individuals mentioned are presumed innocent of any alleged misconduct unless proven otherwise. No statements herein are intended to defame, harass, or cause harm. The content complies with New Hampshire confidentiality laws and is protected under the First Amendment of the United States Constitution.