Sunday, 2 October 2022

SF street renamed after beloved ‘Grandpa Vicha’ whose death sparked nationwide movement to end Asian hate

(KRON) -- In January 2021, Vicha Ratanapakadee, an 84-year-old Thai grandfather was shoved to the ground in broad daylight in San Francisco. His death sparked community outrage and a nationwide movement.

On Saturday, city leaders, activists, and family gathered for a special ceremony renaming a street in memory of him. His daughter, Monthanus Ratanapakadee joined KRON4 Anchor Stephanie Lin to share her thoughts on the moment, and the loss of her father nearly two years after his death.



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