Statement by Sup. Barger Regarding Decision to Not Seek Death Penalty in Anthony Avalos Case

STATEMENT BY SUPERVISOR BARGER REGARDING THE DECISION BY THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY TO NOT SEEK THE DEATH PENALTY IN THE ANTHONY AVALOS CASE

Anthony Avalos was 10 years old when he was allegedly tortured and murdered by his mother and her boyfriend. Under the new directives of Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón, prosecutors will no longer be allowed to seek the death penalty.

“This was a horrific crime perpetrated against a young child by those who were meant to love and protect him. Those who are responsible for his torture and murder should be held accountable and punished to the fullest extent of the law. This death shook the community and this decision by the District Attorney has not been supported by the prosecuting attorney on this case.”