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Man gets probation in SF 'Grandpa Vicha' case after sentence suspended

Mar 26

Involuntary manslaughter verdict reached in 'Grandpa Vicha' case

Jan 16

SF honors 'Grandpa Vicha,' reaffirms commitment to protecting seniors

Grandpa Vicha's death became a major flashpoint in the Stop Asian Hate Movement in 2021. Supervisor Alan Wong and others say it's an important reminder -- that the community needs to keep working to protect seniors and that there are valuable resources out there to help.

Apr 22

Defendant testifies in 2021 SF 'Grandpa Vicha' murder case

Jan 7

'Grandpa Vicha' murder trial starts in SF 5 years after shoving attack

Dec 9, 2025

2 life sentences coming for convicted killer who beat SF grandmother

Nov 26, 2025

Suspect found guilty in 2019 deadly SF beating of 88-year-old grandma

Nov 5, 2025

4 teens arrested in attack of elderly man in East Bay: police

Aug 9, 2025

2021 'Grandpa Vicha' murder case finally headed to trial in SF

Apr 16, 2025

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SF honors 'Grandpa Vicha,' reaffirms commitment to protecting seniors

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Man gets probation in SF 'Grandpa Vicha' case after sentence suspended

Mar 26

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Man to be sentenced in 2021 SF 'Grandpa Vicha' case after involuntary manslaughter conviction

Mar 26

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Involuntary manslaughter verdict reached in 'Grandpa Vicha' case

Jan 16

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Involuntary manslaughter verdict reached in 'Grandpa Vicha' case

Jan 16

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Guilty verdict reached in 'Grandpa Vicha' murder case

Jan 16

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Defendant testifies in 2021 SF 'Grandpa Vicha' murder case

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'Grandpa Vicha' murder trial starts in SF after 2021 shoving attack sparked national protests

Dec 9, 2025

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Oakland man dies from 'reckless overmedication' after escaping from nursing home, complaint alleges

According to a complaint filed in Alameda County Superior Court, the facility is accused of chemically restraining an Oakland man for "convenience" without any consultation from his doctor.

Jul 26, 2024

Lawsuit filed after 98-year-old grandmother allegedly killed by roommate at Bay Area nursing home

A family is demanding accountability after the death of a 98-year-old loved one following an attack at a Santa Clara nursing home. The alleged attacker was her 79-year-old roommate.

Jul 24, 2024

EXCLUSIVE: At least 13 Bay Area senior citizens robbed or attacked in neighborhood in 1 week

"It was happening every hour on the hour." Thirteen senior citizens reported being brutally attacked and robbed in just one week in one East Bay community. But one witness says, the number is much higher.

Jul 4, 2024

Financial elder abuse: Authorities educate SF Chinatown seniors to prevent loss

City, state and federal leaders came to San Francisco Chinatown to make sure elders understand the extent and impact of this abuse - especially financial abuse.

Jun 15, 2024

Get help with elder care

If you or a loved one needs help with issues like elder care, elder abuse, exploitation, neglect or mistreatment, here are some organizations that offer help and hope.

May 31, 2024