The Associated Press

HO-HO-KUS, N.J. – Murder charges have been filed against a Marist College graduate who allegedly stabbed and beat his mother to death.

Bergen County Prosecutor John Molinelli said bail was set at $2 million for 24-year-old Nicholas Piotti of Ho-Ho-Kus, who was taken into custody early Monday and was then taken to a hospital. Molinelli told The Record that Piotti had no "physical issues," but further details were not disclosed.

Molinelli says Piotti's 63-year-old mother, Karen, suffered multiple stab wounds and beating trauma in the attack. Her body was found early Monday.

A possible motive for the slaying has not been disclosed.

Marist College Sports Information Director Mike Ferraro said Piotti graduated from the school in 2014 and played lacrosse for the college.

It was not known if Piotti has retained an attorney. His first court appearance was scheduled for Wednesday.