[02-22-2022] San Diego County, CA – Elderly Woman Attacked and Killed With a Baseball Bat by Grandson in Chula Vista

A 62-year-old woman identified as Diana D. was killed after getting attacked by her own grandson with a baseball bat on early Tuesday morning, February 22, 2022.

The accident happened at approximately 1:00 a.m. at a house on Melrose Avenue, just west of Interstate 805.

Authorities were called to the scene to find the suspect standing in the living room and running towards the bedroom.

Meanwhile, authorities found the victim’s body lying on the floor in another room. She was unresponsive and had serious signs of trauma throughout her body. She was rushed to an area hospital later pronounced dead.

The victim was able to tell a witness that she was getting attacked by her grandson with a baseball. The suspect was later identified as 18-year-old Adrian G. He was arrested on suspicion of murder.

Local authorities are further investigating the case. They suspect that the 18-year-old man may have suffered from mental health issues that could have influenced the attack.

Elder Abuse Statistics

Elder abuse can take various forms; in this example, physical elder abuse was involved. Violent contact with the victim is considered physical elder abuse. Examples include punching, slapping, and hitting. It can also refer to being physically restrained brutally or excessively.

This type of elder abuse is common throughout California and the United States. One out of every ten Americans aged 60 and up has been subjected to some type of elder abuse. According to some estimates, up to five million older adults are molested each year. According to one survey, only one out of every twenty-four incidences of abuse is reported to authorities.

The average number of Elderly Abuse cases in California is 31.9 percent, while the average percentage of Elderly Abuse cases in counties is 38.5 percent.

According to California Penal Code Section 368(c), anyone who deliberately causes or permits unwarranted emotional and bodily distress to a senior citizen is guilty of elder abuse. This provision also applies to dependent adults who are mentally or physically unable to care for themselves.

Elder Abuse Attorneys for Victims in San Diego County

In California, a person can be criminally liable for elder abuse, depending on their relationship with the senior. If you aren’t a custodian or caregiver of the elderly adult, then your behavior must be proved to have been intentional or willful.

Elder abuse is a common and shocking crime in our society. Fortunately, you can recover your losses and bring those responsible for the injuries or abuse to account in many cases. If you or a loved one has been a victim of elder abuse, don’t hesitate to call one of our San Diego County elder abuse lawyers from Arash Law now.

Our legal team investigates caregiver and assisted care facility hiring practices, patient medical records, ethical standards of care, staffing levels, organization training procedures, and much more.

We also conduct an in-depth examination to identify evidence of neglect, abuse, wrongdoing, and other misconduct. We are highly experienced in discovering both clear and subtle signs of abuse and nursing home neglect. Call (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation.