Toronto Woman Convicted of Manslaughter for Elder Abuse Leading to Mother's Death
Toronto woman found guilty of manslaughter in death of 96-year-old mother, elder abuse

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Eva Samonas, 73, was found guilty of manslaughter and criminal negligence after failing to care for her 96-year-old mother, Vasiliki Atanasovski, who died following prolonged neglect. The court highlighted Samonas's legal duty to provide care, which she neglected for three days before seeking help.
- 01Eva Samonas left her mother, Vasiliki Atanasovski, on the floor for three days without care after she fell.
- 02Atanasovski was diagnosed with dementia and had been isolated, relying entirely on her daughter for care.
- 03The court found that Atanasovski suffered from severe neglect, evidenced by a significant pressure ulcer and unsanitary conditions.
- 04Crown attorneys are seeking a custodial sentence for Samonas, citing the overlap of charges related to her mother's death.
- 05Samonas expressed disbelief over the severity of her mother's condition and claimed her mother refused hospital care.
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Eva Samonas, a 73-year-old woman from Toronto, has been found guilty of manslaughter, failing to provide the necessaries of life, and criminal negligence in the death of her 96-year-old mother, Vasiliki Atanasovski. The Superior Court of Justice, led by Justice Jane Kelly, determined that Samonas neglected her legal duty as the primary caregiver, leaving her mother unattended on the floor for three days following a fall. During this time, Atanasovski, who suffered from dementia, was found in a filthy home environment, exhibiting severe injuries including a deep pressure ulcer. The court noted that Samonas had previously contacted emergency services for her mother but failed to do so in this instance, despite being aware of her mother’s frailty. Following the incident, Atanasovski was transported to Michael Garron Hospital, where she died the next day. The cause of death was linked to complications from prolonged immobility. Crown attorneys are requesting a pre-sentence report and may seek a mental health assessment for Samonas, who expressed shock at the verdict and maintained that her mother did not want hospital care. A sentencing hearing is scheduled for August.
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The case highlights the critical issues surrounding elder care and the legal responsibilities of caregivers.
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