March 31, 2021
Brandon Elliot was arrested in connection with an anti-Asian attack while on parole for killing his mother in 2002.
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The NYPD has arrested 38-year-old Brandon Elliot for the brutal attack of a Filipino American woman. Elliot was on parole after serving 17 years in prison for killing his mother in 2002. He is now charged with hate crime assault.
"We continue to demand justice and mercy for our community. But how many times do we have to stand here and beg for help?" asked Jo-Ann Yoo, executive director of the Asian American Federation.
On Monday, 65-year-old Vilma Kari was on her way to church when she was kicked and stomped on the head multiple times. Kari was reportedly released from the hospital with a fractured pelvis and head contusion. Two building staff members who witnessed the incident are now on administrative leave. One was seen on video closing the door and ignoring Kari.