San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins has announced a jury conviction in a domestic violence case that has punctuated the city's ongoing fight against intimate partner abuse. Scott Michael Reyna, 52, faces the consequences of his actions, found guilty on charges of domestic violence, assault with force likely to cause significant injury, and false imprisonment, a trial that echoes the larger systemic challenges of addressing and curtailing domestic abuse within our community.
"Survivors of domestic violence are not alone and I have my commitment to do everything we can to get justice for them in the courtroom," Jenkins stated in a release. The conviction sends an important message to anyone suffering in silence: there is hope and support ready to act swiftly on their behalf. This assurance from Jenkins, obtained by the San Francisco District Attorney's Office, reflects a commitment to upholding justice for victims, a tenet that guides the office's prosecutions.
The conviction stems from an incident on November 11, 2024, when Reyna attacked a woman in his home. According to the testimony, Reyna dragged the woman by her hair, hitting her repeatedly, which resulted in bruises and significant swelling. Concerned neighbors who heard the altercation were instrumental in disrupting the violence by calling 9-1-1, a step that Assistant District Attorney Gwendolyn West highlights as crucial in breaking the cycle of abuse. "I am grateful that the 9-1-1 caller, the victim, and the jury all did their part to interrupt the cycle of violence in this case, making our county safer, inside and out," West told the San Francisco District Attorney's Office.
The prosecution's success was bolstered by the teamwork of Assistant District Attorney Gwendolyn West, investigators, paralegals, and IT support that came together to build a strong case comprehensively. The coordinated efforts of SFPD patrol officers and the Special Victim’s Unit, alongside Victim Advocate Jodee Brown's work with the survivor, underscored the multi-faceted approach needed to confront domestic violence in the justice system.
