Samuel Martinez, accused of torture and assault with force likely to produce great bodily injury, is headed to trial for an alleged 2006 attack on a 53-year-old homeless woman. Jury selection is underway. The victim was found badly beaten and partially nude in a secluded area at 1232 De la Vina Street. Martinez faces a possible life sentence if convicted of torture.
Man Accused of Torture Heads to Trial
By
Chris Meagher
Thu Jun 16, 2011 | 12:00am
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https://www.independent.com/2011/06/16/man-accused-torture-heads-trial/