"The Chronicle reports that the jury found Watson not guilty of murder or elder abuse, and instead convicted him on just the lesser charges of involuntary manslaughter and assault. The difference with the lesser charges is critical. As the Chronicle explains, the involuntary manslaughter conviction comes with just a four-year prison sentence, as does the assault charge. Watson could face additional enhancements that could add as many as five years onto his sentence."
"My father was an 84-year-old man who was attacked while simply walking in his neighborhood, and that loss can never be undone, she said. At the same time, I acknowledge the conviction for involuntary manslaughter and assault, which affirms that my father's death mattered and that harm was done. Our family is grieving, and we will continue to honor my father's life and advocate for the safety and dignity of our elders."
Antoine Watson shoved 84-year-old Vicha Ratanapakdee in January 2021, and the act was captured on surveillance video, resulting in Ratanapakdee's death. Watson faced charges including first-degree murder and elder abuse. A jury acquitted Watson of murder and elder abuse and convicted him of involuntary manslaughter and assault. The involuntary manslaughter conviction carries a four-year prison term, and the assault charge carries four years; possible sentence enhancements could add up to five more years. The victim's daughter expressed deep disappointment but acknowledged the convictions and said the family will honor her father's life and advocate for elder safety.
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