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SF jury convicts man of involuntary manslaughter in death linked to anti-Asian violence

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Source: The Guardian
SF jury convicts man of involuntary manslaughter in death linked to anti-Asian violence
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A San Francisco jury convicted 24-year-old Antoine Watson of involuntary manslaughter and assault in the January 2021 death of 84-year-old Vicha Ratanapakdee, rejecting murder charges. Sentencing will follow after aggravating factors are considered. The attack, captured on video, became a rallying symbol in the push against anti-Asian violence amid rising hate incidents during the pandemic.

Topics:nationcrime#anti-asian-violence#antoine-watson#crime#involuntary-manslaughter#san-francisco#vicha-ratanapakdee
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  2. Suspect found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in 2021 San Francisco 'Grandpa Vicha' murder case  ABC7 San Francisco
  3. Involuntary manslaughter conviction in ‘Grandpa Vicha' trial  NBC Bay Area
  4. Man Who Attacked ‘Grandpa Vicha’ in San Francisco Is Found Not Guilty of Murder  The New York Times
  5. Man acquitted of murder in S.F. killing of ‘Grandpa Vicha,’ case that sparked Stop Asian Hate movement  San Francisco Chronicle

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