Westlake Village, California – The trial of Rebecca Grossman has reached a crucial phase as the jury begins its deliberations to determine the fate of the woman accused of causing the tragic deaths of two young brothers in Westlake Village in 2020. Grossman is facing five charges, including two counts of murder, two counts of vehicular manslaughter, and one count of hit-and-run causing death.
The prosecution alleges that Grossman was speeding through a crosswalk when she struck and killed 11-year-old Mark Iskander and 8-year-old Jacob. Deputy District Attorney Jamie Castro emphasized during her opening arguments that the incident was not an accident, but a deliberate act of murder. The prosecution also presented witness statements suggesting that Grossman and former major league pitcher Scott Erikson were racing at high speed when the tragedy occurred.
The emotional testimony of the boys’ mother, Nancy Iskander, further highlighted the devastating impact of the incident. She described the horrifying moment when she saw two cars speeding towards them and subsequently witnessed her sons being struck. Grossman’s defense team, however, contends that it was Erikson who hit the boys first. The prosecution has refuted this claim, stating that there is no evidence to support it.
As the trial neared its conclusion, lead defense attorney Tony Buzbee questioned the absence of Scott Erikson and criticized the lack of effort by the prosecutors to locate him. Deputy District Attorney Ryan Gould countered this by reiterating that all evidence points to Grossman, and there is no proof that Erikson’s vehicle was responsible for hitting the boys. If convicted on all charges, Grossman could face 34 years to life in prison. Throughout the trial, Grossman did not testify on her own behalf. As the jury begins its deliberations, the outcome of the trial will be anxiously awaited by the families of the victims and the community at large.