Rebecca Grossman Sentenced to 15 Years for Hit-And-Run Deaths of Two Siblings in Crosswalk

A wealthy California woman who helped build a burn center foundation in the Los Angeles area was convicted to 15 years to life in prison on Monday for the hit-and-run demises of two kids in a crosswalk over three years ago.

Rebecca Grossman Sentenced to 15 Years for Deaths of Two Siblings

Mark Iskander, 11, and his brother Jacob, 8, were fatally injured when Rebecca Grossman struck and killed them while she was speeding in a Westlake Village crosswalk on September 29, 2020.

The loss of these two innocent lives has caused immense pain to the families and communities they belong to.

The statement issued by Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón highlights the severe consequences of reckless driving, as evidenced by Ms. Grossman's clear disregard for human life.

In February, Grossman was found guilty by a jury of two counts of second-degree murder, two charges of vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence, and one count of hit-and-run driving leading to death.

Mom of Two Siblings Who Died Stated that Grossman Displayed No Regret

Prosecutors had suggested a convict of 34 years to life. At Monday's sentencing, Nancy Iskander, the boys' mother, told Grossman she had shown no guilt for killing her two sons.

In a letter to the judge, Grossman stated, "I am not a murderer" and asserted, "as God is my witness, I did not see anyone or anything in the road." She added, "I swear to you, I would have driven my car into a tree to avoid hitting two little boys."

Grossman co-founded the Grossman Burn Foundation with her husband, Dr. Peter H. Grossman. The philanthropic foundation is connected with the Grossman Burn Centers, which was founded by Dr. A. Richard Grossman, Peter Grossman's father.

Allen Castellano, chief of the county sheriff's North Patrol Division, conveyed hope that the conviction would allow some relief to the family. He stated that her reckless actions caused irreparable harm to dozens of families and children, ultimately costing them their future prospects.

Car Accident in 2020 Resulted in Deaths of Two Siblings

Rebecca Grossman, a famous figure in California, got a conviction of 15 years to life for her connection in a 2020 car crash that claimed the lives of two young brothers.

Despite the prosecution's push for a lengthier verdict, the judge chose a shorter term, recognizing Grossman's regret conveyed during the sentencing.

Grossman, maintained her innocence, affirming that she never saw the boys on the street that fateful night and conveyed deep sorrow for the disaster.

While the prosecution highlighted her lack of regret, Grossman's new defense team debated that the seriousness of her crime didn't merit a life sentence.

Throughout the trial, Grossman's defense tried to switch guilt onto her then-boyfriend, Scott Erickson, declaring that his vehicle was accountable for the collision.

However, prosecutors argued that Grossman's speeding and reckless driving caused the disaster. Despite her claims of innocence, Grossman's sentencing mirrors the disastrous effects of her actions on the victim's family and the community.