Mother charged with manslaughter after son kills veteran
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28 claimsTommi Jo Mejer is a 50-year-old mother from Aliso Viejo, California.
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Mejer's charges were upgraded to include involuntary manslaughter on Friday.
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Mejer initially faced multiple misdemeanor charges and two felony charges.
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Open Questions
5 questionsWhat specific warnings were given to Mejer about her son's riding, and by whom?
What is the current legal status of the 14-year-old son?
What is the exact cause of death for Ed Ashman?
What evidence supports the allegation that the teen was doing wheelies and fled the scene?
What is the relationship between the earlier police contact in 2025 and the current case?
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