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Closing Arguments Begin in Westlake Crash Civil Trial

01 June 2026 10:22

Closing arguments are set to begin in the civil trial over the 2020 Westlake Village crash that killed two brothers. - Rebecca Grossman, convicted of murder, is accused of racing Scott Erickson before the crash.

- The boys' mother testified she heard roaring engines and saw two cars accelerating toward the crosswalk. - Grossman and Erickson blame each other for hitting the children.

The trial will determine civil liability and damages for the Iskander family.

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