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.
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