Laura Zapata reported that the legal proceedings related to the alleged abuse suffered by her grandmother, Eva Mange Márquez, have reached a resolution that she considers an important act of justice. Through her social media accounts, the actress announced that a nurse identified as Jessica Martínez was sentenced to four years in prison for the incidents that occurred while she was responsible for the elderly woman’s care.
The news was met with emotion by the actress, who for several years led an intense legal and media battle to expose the conditions in which, she claimed, her grandmother lived while staying at a nursing home.
Laura Zapata Celebrates the Court Ruling
In a post on her social media accounts, Laura Zapata said that the ruling represents a moment of relief after a long quest for justice.
“Today my heart is a little more at peace. Justice has finally been served for my grandmother, Doña Eva Mange Márquez,” the actress wrote as she shared the news with her followers.
As he explained, the competent authority handed down a four-year prison sentence against Jessica Martínez, who was charged with causing the injuries and alleged abuse suffered by Eva Mange while she was in her care.
For the actress, the ruling means much more than a personal victory, as she believes it also sends a message about the importance of protecting older adults.
In her statement, Laura Zapata emphasized that this court ruling goes beyond the family context and could set a precedent for the defense of those who are in a vulnerable situation due to their age or health issues.
The actress noted that her grandmother ended up becoming a symbol of a much broader cause: the protection of the dignity of older adults.
He also emphasized that no one should be a victim of abuse, neglect, or violence simply because they depend on the care of others.
“I am grateful to those who walked this path with me, to the authorities who did their jobs, and to all the people who spoke out when many remained silent,” he said.
Eva Mange’s situation came to light in 2021, when Laura Zapata publicly denounced the conditions her grandmother was living in while residing at the Le Grand Senior Living nursing home, located in Huixquilucan, State of Mexico.
At that time, the actress shared photographs and testimonies showing the severe ulcers and injuries the elderly woman had sustained, claiming they were the result of alleged failures to provide her with the care she was entitled to.
The images sparked a strong reaction among the public and led to an investigation that subsequently resulted in legal proceedings.
In Memory of Doña Eva Mange
Eva Mange Márquez passed away on June 24, 2022, at the age of 104. In addition to being Laura Zapata’s grandmother, she was also the grandmother of singer Thalía, which is why her story received extensive media coverage.
Following his death, Laura Zapata stated that she would continue to pursue the legal process to ensure that the crimes did not go unpunished and to prevent similar situations from happening to other older adults.
Now that the ruling has been issued, the actress reiterated that her intention has always been to highlight the importance of ensuring that older adults are treated with dignity, especially those who depend on caregivers or specialized institutions.
For Laura Zapata, her grandmother’s case represents not only a deeply painful experience for her family, but also a reminder that society must remain vigilant against any possible acts of abuse or neglect toward older adults.
The actress concluded her message by reiterating her gratitude to those who stood by her during these years of struggle, convinced that the court’s ruling honors the memory of Eva Mange and strengthens the defense of the rights of the most vulnerable people.