San Francisco man convicted of domestic violence and assault

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — A San Francisco man was convicted for domestic violence and assault in connection to two attacks that took place in April. Jose Guadalupe Cano Flores, 24, was found guilty in a trial by jury for attacking a woman in a residence.

According to the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office, Cano Flores was convicted of domestic violence and two counts of assault with force likely to cause great bodily injury.

Testimony cited by the DA indicated that Cano Flores attacked the victim on April 5 after she received a phone call. He punched the victim multiple times and broke her nose.

Cano Flores attacked the victim again on April 28, again after she got a phone call. In this instance, he strangled her and threw her to the floor, hitting her head on a bench, causing her to lose consciousness.

When she came to, she tried multiple times to get away. Cano Flores repeatedly restrained her and dragged her back. The victim, according to the DA, was eventually able to get help from front-desk staff who called police.

Responding officers found Cano Flores hiding in a closet and arrested him.

“The survivor’s courage in coming forward and demanding justice for these terrible crimes should be an inspiration to all who think they are alone,” said SF District Attorney Brooke Jenkins. “You are not alone, help is available, and you have my commitment to prosecute these cases vigorously and do everything we can in our power to fight for justice with survivors in the courtroom.”

“I want to thank the victim for her bravery in telling her story, the witness for intervening in a dangerous situation, and the jury for their careful evaluation of the evidence,” said Assistant DA Megan Wang. “This verdict sends a clear message that domestic violence will not be tolerated in San Francisco.”

Cano Flores remains in custody, the DA said. He is scheduled to be sentenced on Oct. 1.