‘Truly disturbing’: Man charged after fatal baseball bat beating of mother, stepfather; victims identified

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LOS ANGELES — A 44-year-old man has been charged with fatally beating his mother and stepfather with a baseball bat at their Hacienda Heights home earlier this month.

“The facts in this case are truly disturbing and we will ensure that there is accountability for these senseless killings,” Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón said. “We ask that if anyone has information that can be helpful to the investigation and prosecution of this case, please contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.”

Nelson Garibay, 44, was charged with two counts of murder and one count of willful, deliberate and premeditated attempted murder.

On January 11, Garibay is accused of beating to death his mother, Irma Garibay, 65, and stepfather, Mario Flores-Romero, 73, after yelling was heard in the backyard, where Flores-Romero’s body was found. The mother’s body was discovered in the garage.

Mario Flores and Irma C. Ruiz Mitre
— CREDIT: GOFUNDME

Garibay also is accused of beating his 37-year-old brother with a baseball bat. He survived his injuries.

It was unclear what led up to the fatal beatings and a motive is not clear. Garibay was arrested after a ten-day manhunt.

“Our father Mario dedicated his life to working hard and raising his children. He was now retired and looking forward to enjoying his days with his grandchildren,” wrote Martha Flores-Viera on a GoFundMe page. “He loved baseball and singing at our family gatherings.

“Irma, was a loving grandmother who always had a smile on her face and always helping others,” Flores-Viera added. “She was very involved in collecting toys and clothing for children and women in need.”

If convicted as charged, Garibay faces a maximum sentence of 57 years to life in state prison.

The case is being investigated by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

2021 – Breaking911

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