WHITE PLAINS – Westchester County social worker Maria Coto has died after being beaten during a Peekskill home visit back on May 14, County Executive George Latimer announced on Wednesday.
Hasseem Jenkins, 31, was arrested and initially charged with attempted murder and assault.
“Maria was a dedicated employee of the Westchester County Department of Social Services, who was brutally attacked while selflessly performing her duties, Latimer said. “It is enraging that someone whose life was devoted to helping others was viciously taken from her friends and family.”
The county executive said while they are committed to ensuring justice is served, “at this moment, we wish to only focus on remembering Maria for her warmth, courage and commitment to doing good and helping people. Today, we all mourn her loss and grieve alongside her friends and family.Westchester Social Services worker dies after being beaten during home visit”
