WHITE PLAINS — The long-awaited verdict in Maria’s murder was handed down January 8 in Westchester County Supreme Court, with Hasseem Jenkins receiving a sentence of 23 years to life in state prison.
Our union sister died last year after being brutally attacked while working as a senior child protective services caseworker in Peekskill. The Westchester County Local sponsored a vigil outside the courthouse following the sentencing, where CSEA leaders, Maria’s co-workers and Westchester County District Attorney Susan Cacace were among the speakers.
Our union is continuing to work with state lawmakers to advance legislation to improve caseworker safety.
— Jessica Ladlee
