This weekend marks seven years since parental child abuse took the life of 8-year-old Gabriel Fernandez. Prosecutor Hatami firstly thought it was suspicious that she showed the note to his in-home counsellor, Carmen Le Norgant, just as she was leaving a visit less than three months before his death. Support Center Find answers to questions about products, access, use, setup, and administration. In November 2017, Isauro was found guilty of murder with an additional special circumstance of intentional murder by torture. [FACT CHECK]Gabriel Fernandez: Why did the 4 social workers' case not go to trial? He didnt look like a child," she says. You see his pictures as a baby, he was always smiling. Before his death, Gabriel Fernandez didnt always live with his mother his uncles Michael Lemos Carranza and David Martinez were also a big part of his life. And there's momentum for "Gabriel's Law." One way or another," Contreras said. "I think you not only have a moral and ethical obligation to save that child, I think you have a legal obligation to save that child. Netflixs documentary The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez explained to true crime viewers that Carranza was the one raising Fernandez from birth. Gabriel's memory in the household is so painful, they avoid it. "They put him in the back of the car and told him that if he kept lying about things, that he would be the one to go to jail," Elizabeth said. "They had the upper hand, I honestly believe to remove him and save him. "I think you not only have a moral and ethical obligation to save that child, I think you have a legal obligation to save that child. But Contreras said a door opened recently. I feel like theyre with me to this moment, he said. This marked the start of the worst period of Gabriel's life. In the documentary, Gabriels move at the age of four was because his grandfather Robert Fernandez did not agree with a same-sex couple raising a child. His memory has generated positive steps to save children. A three-justice panel stated that there was no probable cause connected to child abuse or falsifying documents in a 2-to-1 opinion. R.I.P MICHAEL LEMOS CARRANZA.. As for where Michael is now, unfortunately, Gabriel's great uncle has passed away. It is not any easier.". The series originally had included the Contreras family, but to allow more time for healing, Contreras requested that their part be taken out. But the question remains whether it was just one of the thugs driving the abuse, or if they were both equally culpable. And what did they do? Her theory was that Pearl told authorities that it was bigger boys that were harming her son, not her and her partner. Every question put his way was handled with a blend of authority and empathy. Contreras says Aguirre deserves no mercy, and he says evidence backs him up. The Netflix documentary, "The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez", they watched it together. In the autumn of 2013 his great uncle led a memorial mass at a Los Angeles church. But Contreras says a door opened recently. For him, it's personal. Gabriel Fernandez: Who is Gabriel Fernandezs biological father. Ms Estes also describes how they found a BB gun pellet in Gabriel's lung, and even one in his groin, signalling he'd been shot in both places. David Martinez now lives in San Salvador - capital of El Salvador - after being deported from the US by ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement). Contreras received support he never imagined. Yet the charges against the group never made it to trial after the 2nd District Court of Appeal advised the lower court dismiss the charges. A new voice joined the outcry. He and his wife adopted Gabriel's siblings, the walking wounded. The head of DCFS says since Gabriel's death, the system has been overhauled. The Los Angeles DA stated that Aguirre frequently beat Gabriel because he thought the boy was gay. It's all those emotions are there. He was my baby. Copyright 2023 KABC Television, LLC. Is Every Duggar Ridiculously Messy? Cagle was not available to answer follow up questions about two more recent DCFS death cases, also in Antelope Valley: Anthony Avalos and Noah Cuatro. Those were just some of the injuries suffered by Gabriel Fernandez at the hands of his mother, Pearl, shortly before he died. One way or another," Contreras said. The docuseries briefly goes into Gabriel's time under their care, years before his mother, Pearl, and her boyfriend, Isauro Aguirre, brutally killed the 8-year-old. Seven years later, Gabriel's story has traveled worldwide. She told filmmaker Brian Knappenberger: [Michael Lemos Carranza and David Martinez] were both very good with him. PALMDALE, Calif. -- This weekend marks seven years since parental child abuse. When we got to the hospital the day before, he was still alive, and he was going to talk to me. Instead, they never got the chance. Before living with his grandparents and dying under his mother's custody, Gabriel Fernandez resided with his great-uncle Michael Lemos Carranza and Michael's partner, David Martinez. For him, it's personal. However, Pearl and Aguirre called Gabriel gay and hurt him for acting in manners that they considered. Though the uncles confronted Fernandezs grandfather, Martinez says Robert believed that being raised by two gay men was making the little boy gay, so the grandparents decided to raise him themselves. According to Pearl's great-aunt Elizabeth Carranza, both men loved Gabriel very much. All Rights Reserved. In The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez, Pearl claimed to her parents she took Gabriel into her care as she wanted to bond with her son. Copyright 2023 KABC Television, LLC. For the final eight months of his life, Gabriel suffered extreme abuse at the hands of his mother Pearl and Isauro. The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez details the horrendous abuse Gabriel endured, which also included forcing him to eat cat faeces, burning him with cigarettes and locking him in a cabinet. As seen in the Netflix documentary series, he was kept locked in a cupboard on numerous occasions and suffered unbelievable injuries. ", Love Island fans' horror as axed Olivia handed power to destroy TWO other stars, Frogmore eviction shows King's drawn a line with Harry, Strictly star bags life-changing EastEnders role as part of new family, Baby's body found after huge search as cops quiz Constance Marten & lover, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. His memory has generated positive steps to save children. Christene Estes, a nurse who treated Gabriel in the hours before his death in May 2013, says the abuse he suffered was worse than anything else she'd ever seen. The prosecutor's crusade to protect children was ignited at the Palmdale complex where Gabriel lived. But they didn't," said Carranza. Children are still getting murdered. "Unfortunately, I think this is something that's gonna affect them the rest of their lives. Mourners have had questions. The proposal is pushed by Gabriel's cousin Emily Carranza who pins blame on Gabriel's social workers. The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez is streaming now on Netflix. In the docuseries, David said that Pearl told Michael to "come and get his kid" because he was crying and getting on her nerves. They want me to plead guilty to something I haven't done. Relatives who loved him and cared for him. His memory has generated positive steps to save children. The systemic failings of the system designed to protect vulnerable children in Los Angeles are exposed too. They would take him everywhere, he would always be clean and happy. He lived with them for about four years, until his grandparents objected to him being cared for by two gay men. Gabriel Fernandez was born to a mother, Pearl Fernandez, that didn't know how to love him. "I would show everybody that picture of Gabriel in the hospital. WHEN little Gabriel Fernandez took his last breath in intensive care, his broken body lay covered in injuries worse than any of his doctors had ever seen from his shattered skull to the burns and bruises all over his skin. All rights reserved. They closed their eyes and didnt see nothing?," he said. SoCal parental abuse case: Uncle breaks silence nearly 7 years after 8-year-old boy's death. The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez: The Tragic Story of Gabriel's Uncle Michael, objected to him being cared for by two gay men. "Unfortunately, I think this is something that's going to affect them the rest of their lives. Seven years on from his death, there are still so many lingering uncertainties regarding Gabriel's case and not just about his murderer parents. "I can't tell you how many people I've spoken to that have chosen a career path in social services because they say they want to make a difference," Contreras said. I haven't been here [San Salvador] for 38 years. Investigators found all of Gabriel's clothing. In Netflixs documentary, Michaels partner David Martinez recalls: She didnt want him and the family didnt want her to have him. Early in his legal proceedings, Isauro was secretly recorded in jail talking to a clergyman and the tape was leaked to the press. Aguirre was sentenced to death. Eventually, Pearl took Gabriel from his grandparents eight months before his death on May 24, 2013. "Children are still getting killed. Isauro is currently on death row at San Quentin Prison and Pearl is incarcerated at Chowchilla Womens Prison, both in California. Seven years later, Gabriel's story has traveled worldwide. The head of DCFS says since Gabriel's death, the system has been overhauled. View our online Press Pack. Heartwarming footage in the documentary showcases pictures of Michael, David and Gabriel playing together and celebrating Christmas. On May 24, 2013, Gabriel Fernandez, an eight-year-old boy from Palmdale, California, who had been abused and tortured over a period of months, was murdered by his mother, Pearl Sinthia Fernandez, and her boyfriend, Isauro Aguirre, from whom he had received a beating two days earlier. Here are some of the mysteries about Gabriel's tragic story which still haven't been resolved. "As far as Canada, they come. But Gov. 1M views 2 years ago It has been seven years since parental child abuse took the life of 8-year-old Gabriel Fernandez. More info. It would give an officer on an abuse call a way to quickly check for DCFS history and alert the caseworker. However, in 2009, Gabriel left the care of Michael and David and lived with his grandparents until 2012. Unfortunately, they were his last eight months. ", In Martinez's account, he and Carranza had to give Gabriel up due to the wishes of his grandfather Robert Fernandez. Meanwhile, his siblings described watching their brother being forced to eat cat litter and have cold baths while being pepper sprayed. Paramedics had been called out to his house in Los Angeles by his mother Pearl, who claimed over the phone that he had slipped in the bathroom and hit his head. 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Your guess is just as good as mine. RELATED: Slain SoCal boy pepper-sprayed in face, forced to eat cat feces, brother testifies. In The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez, Martinez says of this, "We were close with Pearl and she didn't want it [baby Gabriel] and the family didn't want her to have him. The power for change, Hatami says, is reflected in a growing memorial. They also locked the helpless child in a cupboard that the family would disturbingly call "the box" and forced him to eat cat faeces all because they thought he was gay. However, Pearl and Aguirre called Gabriel gay and hurt him for acting in manners that they considered feminine. "We have added thousands of case workers, which have increased the capability of us to be able to work very closely with families," said Bobby Cagle, director of the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services. In 2018 Gabriel's mother Pearl pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole. When Gabriel died, there was a Department of Child and Family Services investigation opened against Martinez and Carranza, looking into a claim that the pair had sexually abused Gabriel. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Because no matter how many times I saw Gabriel smile, when I think of Gabriel now, I picture him in that hospital bed, not waking up.". I remember his throat just looked like somebody had burned him, bruising and cuts all over his face, black eyes He had like a weird cut above his penis, he had abrasions on the top of his foot like hed been dragged. Contreras received support he never imagined. Email us at exclusive@the-sun.com or call 212 416 4552. Fernandez lived with Robert and Sandra until he was 7, at which point Pearl and Aguirre took him back. I had never known pain before, until he passed away. Notably, it was fears of Gabriel's potential homosexuality that were revealed as a direct cause of the abuse Gabriel faced, as revealed at the trial of one of his killers, Isauro Aguirre. Elizabeth Carranza says she contacted both the cops and social workers multiple times, worrying about Gabriel's safety. All rights reserved. The power for change, Hatami said, is reflected in a growing memorial. Gavin Newsom, citing his personal sense of morality, suspended all executions for as long as he's in office. Those who knew Gabriel best talked to ABC7 in Los Angeles about the boy. Gabriel with his grandparents, Sandra and Robert Fernandez, before he was made to live with his murderous mum Credit: Netflix When Gabriel was born, drug addict Pearl gave him away to be raised by . Children are still getting murdered. It's all those emotions are there. There was not a single misstep from the German - and that, at least partly, is why he remains beloved by supporters despite leaving the club in September. He saw how it opened minds and hearts. PALMDALE, California -- This weekend marks seven years since parental child abuse took the life of 8-year-old Gabriel Fernandez. The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez is the harrowing six-part documentary series on Netflix about the case of Gabriel Fernandez. At her sentencing, she said: "Every day I wish that Id made better choices. Mourners have had questions. Following this, Martinez was deported by Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) back to his native El Salvador. Sadly, just 16 months after Gabriels death, 46-year-old Michael Lemos Carranza died on September 17, 2014. Pearl Fernandez gave . But Gov. The series originally had included the Contreras family, but to allow more time for healing, Contreras requested that their part be taken out. Gabriel Fernandez: Is Pearl Fernandez still in prison? Thursday, 2nd March 2023See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. After Pearl Fernandez called 911 on May 22, 2013 to report that Gabriel was not breathing, the paramedics who responded found him with broken ribs, a cracked skull and BB pellets stuck in his body . Struggling through tears, she added that there was: "So much damage, and so many questions.". In Pearl's custody, someone called to report that they thought Gabriel was molested by his uncle, but no one has confirmed this allegation. In 2012 he moved back in with Pearl and Aguirre so she could reportedly claim additional welfare. Young Gabriel Fernandez. At least those people are going to do their part and I know that children have been saved due to his story," Contreras said. They loved being with him and raising him, and Gabriel loved them both very much.. It is not any easier," Contreras said. Elizabeth Carranza, Gabriel's. It would give an officer on an abuse call a way to quickly check for DCFS history and alert the caseworker. And if you don't, I think the public then should have the right to hold you criminally responsible," Hatami said. Tuchel was statesman-like during the most fraught period in Chelsea's recent history. Later investigations revealed Rodriguez had never received information detailing previous allegations that Pearl Rodriguez had neglected her other children. PALMDALE, Calif. -- This weekend marks seven years since parental child abuse took the life of 8-year-old Gabriel Fernandez. At least those people are going to do their part and I know that children have been saved due to his story," Contreras said. The horrifying murder was detailed in Netflix documentary The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez. Here's all that we know about Michael and his partner, who too had tragic fates. Ligature marks on his ankles like hed been tied up. "As far as Canada, they come. One of the most heartbreaking facts of his case is that he was then raised in two different loving homes before he was turned back to his sadistic mother. Ezekiel was 12 and Virginia was 10 when they witnessed the torture inflicted by their own mother Pearl Fernandez and her boyfriend Isauro Aguirre. Why No One Saved Gabriel Fernandez. According to the LA Times, Robert and Sandra claimed they warned cops that Pearl had a history of abuse with her other children but they allowed Gabriel to stay with her anyway. ", In the subsequent trial, Gabriel's brave siblings described how. Why are you guys saying that?' They claimed that Gabriel Fernandez was tortured, forced to eat cat Litter and his own vomit. Gabriel's mother, Pearl Fernandez, and her boyfriend, Isauro Aguirre, were ultimately convicted of first-degree murder in the boy's death, with Pearl now serving a life sentence and Aguirre being held on death row after a jury found the boy suffered unprecedented abuse at the hands of his guardians who had custody of Gabriel for less than a year. This weekend marks seven years since parental child abuse took the life of 8-year-old Gabriel Fernandez. ; Contact Us Have a question, idea, or some feedback? He now lives in the country's capital San Salvador, where his interviews for The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez took place. To this day, Contreras said Gabriel's siblings don't let themselves have fun, no matter how much he tries. Aguirre was sentenced to death. Gabriel died in intensive care after being savagely beaten and tortured at his home in Palmdale, Los Angeles County, by Pearl Fernandez and her partner Isauro Aguirro. Mom of 2, stabbed 8 times, is making most of second chance at life, Whose leak is it anyway? Though he was afraid to return to the country after 38 years away, he feels that Fernandez and Carranza are with him in spirit. The series originally had included the Contreras family, but to allow more time for healing, Contreras requested that their part be taken out. "When I heard that sheriffs had went out and threatened Gabriel as if he keeps lying about things, that made me very angry," Elizabeth said. It is not any easier," Contreras said. Unfortunately, Michaels death came before Pearl and Isauro were found guilty of killing Gabriel and the were sentenced. He takes aim at the Department of Children and Family Services. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Carranza's death meant he never saw justice for the little boy he loved so much. He takes aim at the Department of Children and Family Services. PALMDALE, California -- This weekend marks seven years since parental child abuse took the life of 8-year-old Gabriel Fernandez. In an interview with ABC7, Contreras finally broke his silence, to mark the seven years since Gabriel's deaeth. Join half a million readers enjoying Newsweek's free newsletters, David Martinez in "The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez", Everyone Practices Cancel Culture | Opinion, Deplatforming Free Speech is Dangerous | Opinion. Please note that this form cannot be used to reset your Google or Facebook password. "Something brings it back in. Gabri During the last eight months of his life, Gabriel was the victim of child abuse which eventually led to his murder in May 2013. Gabriel's teacher Jennifer Garcia reported signs of abuse to Rodriguez, according to court records. Those who knew Gabriel best talked to ABC7 about the boy. Amid the toys and tender mementos, a call to save children before it is too late. He told the 911 operator he was following her instructions and performing the chest compressions but witnesses in the case threw doubt that he'd actually given the life-saving treatment. The couple watched the Netflix documentary "The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez.". The series takes a trip to El Salvador in Episode 3 to speak to David Martinez, known to Gabriel as "Uncle David," whose story and relationship to Gabriel highlights the homophobia that was a major factor in the death of the child. "I would show everybody that picture of Gabriel in the hospital. Ezekiel was 12 and Virginia was 10 when they witnessed the torture inflicted by their own mother Pearl Fernandez and her boyfriend Isauro Aguirre. We were not that type of parents. Martinez, who was featured in the documentary, explained, She didnt want him and the family didnt want her to have him. Gabriel Fernandez was eight years old when he died, Pearl Fernandez was sentenced to life in prison without parole. "What they did is almost as bad as what Pearl and Isauro did," he said. Gabriel was first given to his great uncles, Michael Lemos Carranza and his partner David Martinez, where he spent around four years. A position rejected by Hatami. He and his wife adopted Gabriel's siblings, the walking wounded. Instead, she gave him to her uncle Carranza (Fernandezs great-uncle) and his partner, David Martinez. "Children are still getting killed. Seven years later, the boy's story has traveled worldwide, and mourners have had questions. After Gabriel's death, Robert and Sandra Fernandez filed a claim against Los Angeles Country, the LA DCFS, Gabriel's school district, the sheriff's office and many more organizations involved. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. "How many people have named their children after Gabriel, my five year old son's middle name is Gabriel.". He'd said he was going to take Gabriel to a barbecue, but they later found out he'd lied. And if you don't, I think the public then should have the right to hold you criminally responsible," Hatami said. David maintains that this allegation is false, as did some members of Gabriel's family. Instead, the little boy was left to suffer and die at the hands of his own caregivers, as the city of Los Angeles turned a blind eye. When Gabriel was born, drug addict Pearl gave him away to be raised by others saying she didn't love him. In the new Netflix documentary series about his shocking case, The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez, the horrific facts of his torment are laid bare. And there's momentum for "Gabriel's Law." "Unfortunately, I think this is something that's gonna affect them the rest of their lives. Michael passed away on Sept. 17, 2014, about a year after Gabriel. In Touch Weekly is part of the a360media Entertainment Group.Copyright a360media 2023. During the last eight months of . The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. To this day, Contreras says Gabriel's siblings don't let themselves have fun, no matter how much he tries. But Prosecutor Jon Hatami believed Pearl took Gabriel into her custody so she could claim more welfare benefits. 2023 Vox Media, LLC. DeSantis coming to CA as new poll shows him leading Trump, Ice flies off SUV, smashing windshield: 'You could kill somebody'. The recent Netflix documentary, "The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez". It was her uncle, Michael Lemos Carranza, and his partner, David Martinez, who took care of Gabriel Fernandez during the first year of his life. "There were rumours that he [Gabriel] was gay, and it's like, 'no, my baby's not gay. "They can't fight for themselves, they can't speak out for themselves. Monster mum Pearl and her partner Isauro, who was also known as "Tony", were both convicted for the horrors they inflicted on Gabriel. Gabriel Fernandez was raised by his great uncle and his partner (Image: NETFLIX) In the documentary, Gabriel's move at the age of four was because his grandfather Robert Fernandez. See the 'Counting On' Kids' Houses, Look How Much the Little Couple's Kids Will and Zoey Have Grown Up, Every Look From the Kardashian-Jenner Family at the 2021 Met Gala, Gabby Petito's Texts Show 'More and More Tension' With Brian Laundrie, 'Welcome to Plathville' Kim Plath's DUI Case Closed: Fine, More Details, Sister Wives Kody, Robyn Were With a Mystery Blonde: Identity Revealed, Megan Fox and MGK's Relationship Is 'Toxic': 'There Is Concern for Her', Farrah Abraham Slams Mom-Shamers Over Daughter Sophias Piercings, Jon Gosselin Is 'Open' With Kids Collin, Hannah About Their Dating Lives. Gabriel Fernandez: Which other cases were tried in same LA courtroom? We convinced her to have Gabriel and for her to give [the baby] to us so we [could] raise it., The couple raised the little boy until he was 4 years old. But she claims that not only did the LAPD not believe the horrific things Gabriel said were happening to him, they told him to stop lying. Before Gabriel Fernandez returned to his mother Pearl Fernandez, he was brought up by his Great uncle Michael Lemos Carranza and his grandparents. Elizabeth Carranza, Gabriels great-aunt and Michaels sister spoke highly of Michael and David parenting. However, medical staff instantly realised it was much worse as they noticed injuries covering his entire body. Gabriel Fernandez: Who is Michael Lemos Carranza? Fernandez's parents, Robert and Sandra, helped raise the child as well, looking after him between 2005 and 2012. He saw how it opened minds and hearts. The dismissal, says Contreras, was as wrong as what happened earlier. Social worker Stefanie Rodriguez and other representatives of child protection agencies also visited Gabriel's home on a number of occasions. By the grace of a higher power, he convinced Pearl to . And having never tried to care for him before, why was she showing concern about his mental welfare now? Gabriel's memory in the household is so painful, they avoid it. Living in a household gripped by fear. In fact, the first thing he told law enforcement when they responded to the 911 call was that Gabriel Fernandez was gay, which confused officers. Cagle was not available to answer follow up questions about two more recent DCFS death cases, also in Antelope Valley: Anthony Avalos and Noah Cuatro. Ezekiel was 12 and Virginia was 10 when they witnessed the torture inflicted by their own mother Pearl Fernandez and her boyfriend Isauro Aguirre. His memory has generated positive steps to save children. The boy's uncle said he and his wife have adopted two of the boy's siblings, telling jurors that the children experience feelings of guilt about what happened to their younger brother. They testified about the bat, the BB guns, the box where Gabriel was confined, accusations that he was gay. "I would show everybody that picture of Gabriel in the hospital. As Garcia described Gabriel's progress in her class, Fernandez blurted out of nowhere, "I don't hit my kids." "Oh OK," said Garcia. RELATED: Slain SoCal boy had BB lodged in his groin area, nurse testifies. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Gabriel Fernandez was just eight years old when he was tortured to death by his mum and her boyfriend, Pearl Fernandez was given life without parole for her part in the crimes - Isauro Aguirro was sentenced to death, Christene Estes wept as she remembered cataloguing little Gabriel's endless list of injuries, When paramedics found Gabriel they thought he had a severe skin disease because there were so many injuries all over his body, Family members think Pearl may have masterminded the more sadistic torture of her son, Gabriel with his grandparents, Sandra and Robert Fernandez, before he was made to live with his murderous mum, Isauro Aguirre was sentenced to death after he pleaded not guilty to murdering Gabriel, Prosecutors at the trial wondered why there was no blood on Isauro when paramedics arrived given the extent of Gabriel's injuries, Social workers Patricia Clement, Stefanie Rodriguez, Gregory Merritt and Kevin Bom were charged with child endangerment resulting in death, One of the suspicious notes Pearl showed counsellor Carmen Le Norgant, Gabriel Fernandez gave Mothers Day card to Pearl days before she and partner tortured him to death, eight-year-old Gabriel had suffered tremendously, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). 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