UPDATE: A Sacramento man, Hamdi Bazyan, has been convicted of multiple charges, including two counts of attempted murder and animal cruelty, following a horrific attack on his parents and their family cat. The conviction was announced just moments ago, with the jury delivering its verdict after a trial that revealed disturbing details of the violent incident that occurred on December 26, 2021.
The jury found Bazyan guilty of two counts of false imprisonment and two counts of assault with a deadly weapon, alongside confirming allegations of causing great bodily injury and the personal use of a knife. Deputy District Attorney Alexandra James of the Elder Abuse Unit stated that the evidence presented was both shocking and compelling, detailing Bazyan’s violent actions during the attack.
According to the District Attorney’s Office, the horrifying events unfolded when Bazyan’s erratic behavior prompted his parents to summon law enforcement. After the police left, Bazyan armed himself with three large knives and trapped his parents in their bedroom. He then unleashed a brutal assault, using both his fists and a cane against them.
The situation escalated dramatically when Bazyan turned his fury on the family cat, stabbing her nine times and attempting to asphyxiate her. His mother was stabbed in the torso while trying to escape, and his father sustained multiple stab wounds while attempting to protect her.
In a desperate move, Bazyan’s mother managed to flee to a neighboring home to call for help. As police sirens approached, Bazyan fled the scene but was later apprehended near the American River bridge shoreline. Both parents survived the attack, thanks to timely medical assistance, and remarkably, the family cat also survived the brutal ordeal.
The District Attorney’s Office confirmed that Bazyan is now facing a significant prison sentence, with sentencing scheduled for a later date. This case has drawn significant attention due to its shocking nature and the severe implications of domestic violence.
As this story develops, it raises urgent questions about domestic safety and the need for effective interventions in cases of family violence. The community is left in shock, with many expressing their concerns over the alarming rise of such incidents.
Stay tuned for further updates as we continue to monitor this situation closely.
