Former Los Angeles Dodgers Pitcher Accused of Threatening Witness in Ongoing Trial

Former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Scott Erickson has been accused of threatening a teenage girl who witnessed a 2020 Westlake Village crash that resulted in the deaths of two children, according to testimony from an ongoing trial.

Testimony from Alexis Grossman, 19, revealed that Erickson allegedly told her he would "ruin" her and her family if she recalled seeing him at the scene of the tragic crash. The incident took place at the Van Nuys Superior Court, where Grossman appeared as a witness in the trial of her mother, Rebecca Grossman, who is facing murder charges in connection to the fatal collision.

Rebecca Grossman is accused of being behind the wheel of a vehicle that struck and killed 11-year-old Mark and 8-year-old Jacob Iskander in September 2020. The charges against her include one count of hit-and-run driving resulting in death and two counts each for murder and vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence. Although she was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol after the crash, this charge was not included in the formal charges. However, evidence of her drug and alcohol use can still be used for the remaining charges, according to prosecutors.

Allegations against Scott Erickson

According to Alexis Grossman's testimony, she saw Scott Erickson hiding behind a tree near the scene of the deadly crash. Additionally, she stated that Erickson later visited their home and threatened her, displaying signs of intoxication. Alexis expressed her fear, stating, "His face was red (and) I could smell alcohol on him. He was freaking out. I was scared that he might do something to hurt me or my family."

Erickson, who was reportedly Rebecca's boyfriend at the time, has been implicated in the events surrounding the fatal crash and has been linked to threatening behavior towards the witness.

Controversy Surrounding the Case

The trial has raised questions about Rebecca Grossman's responsibility for the death of the two boys. A collision reconstruction engineer testified that there was "room for ambiguity" in the case, as it could not be conclusively determined if one or two vehicles hit the children. However, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Rafael Mejia testified that he did not observe any indication of multiple vehicles being involved when he responded to the scene in 2020.

Personal Background and Legal Status

Rebecca Grossman, who was 57 at the time of the crash, has been married to prominent plastic surgeon Dr. Peter Grossman since 2000. During the trial, Dr. Grossman testified that the couple had an agreement to date other people, and he was aware of his wife’s involvement with Scott Erickson.

Rebecca Grossman is currently out of custody on a $2 million bond. If convicted, she could face up to 34 years in prison.

The trial continues to unfold, shedding light on the tragic events of the 2020 Westlake Village crash and the subsequent legal proceedings. As the case progresses, further details are expected to emerge, providing a comprehensive understanding of the circumstances surrounding this devastating incident.