Two Charged in Death, Torture of Toddler

District Attorney Tim Ward has announced murder charges in the June 5, 2020, incident in the city of Visalia that resulted in the death of a toddler.

Ezequiel Ramirez, age 22, and Jasmine Blase, age 18, are each charged with one count of murder, assault on a child causing death, and torture. Additionally, Ramirez faces the special circumstance of murder with torture and special allegations of possessing a prior strike and prior felonies.

Both are scheduled to be arraigned this afternoon where a future court date will be set. Blase faces life in prison if convicted, while Ramirez faces the death penalty or life in prison without the possibility of parole. 

Media inquiries can be directed to the Office of the District Attorney, County of Tulare Assistant District Attorney Dave Alavezos (559) 636-5494