A grandfather died while protecting his young granddaughter from a screwdriver-wielding nanny last week, said police.
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Police found psychedelic mushrooms in Booth’s purse(Image: Facebook)
A man died while protecting his young granddaughter from a nanny wielding a screwdriver, who police say ripped off all her clothes.
David Ong, 83, was killed at a Royal Oak, Michigan, home on Friday owned by his daughter, Katie.
The child’s nanny, Samantha Rae Booth, 35, was arrested and charged with his murder, said police.
The incident began when Katie Ong asked her father to go to her home and check on her daughter.
Booth, who had looked after the toddler for two years, was caring for the girl.
When David Ong suddenly went quiet, Katie asked her brother-in-law to investigate. He found the front door of the home wide open and heard noises from the basement.
Katie’s brother-in-law called for Ong, but the grandfather didn’t answer.
The brother-in-law encountered Booth “in a manic state and covered with blood,” while Ong was lying on the floor of the basement, fatally wounded, said police.
The brother-in-law grabbed Katie’s daughter, but Booth attacked him with a screwdriver, said police.
The two were able to flee the scene, and the brother-in-law called 911 from a neighbor’s home.
Police arrived at the scene and discovered that Booth had taken off her clothes and was covered in blood, according to a police report.
She tried to run, but was quickly caught. According to prosecutors, psychedelic mushrooms and marijuana were found in Booth’s purse.
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David Ong, 83, went to check on his granddaughter when he was allegedly attacked by Samantha Rae Booth(Image: Facebook)
The nanny has no known criminal history, and a motive for the crime is unclear at this time.
Ong’s other daughter, Kelley Ong Smith, wrote a touching tribute to her father on Facebook.
“I have to share the saddest post I’ve ever written and I ask for your prayers,” Smith wrote.
“My father, David Ong, died tragically on Friday evening while protecting his cherished 3 year old granddaughter.
The loss is immeasurable. Anyone who knows my dad knows that he is a gentle giant – a man of incredible kindness, love and faith. I’ve often said he is simply the best man I know.”
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Booth is facing several charges(Image: Royal Oak Police Dept)
Booth is now facing several charges, including first-degree murder, second-degree child abuse, assault with a dangerous weapon, and three counts of assaulting a police officer.
She was scheduled to appear in court via Zoom on Tuesday; however, the hearing was held in her absence after she stripped naked in her holding cell and refused to cooperate.
The prosecution and defense agreed to hear her charges but she still refused to show herself.
Her attorney pleaded not guilty on her behalf, but the judge denied her bond, saying she posed a “danger to society.”
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Ong is survived by his wife, children, and grand children(Image: Facebook)
According to Ong’s obituary, he is survived by his wife Jacqueline, his four children, and 11 grandchildren.
“David’s life was defined by faith, humility, and a gentle spirit. He was deeply caring, a true friend, and a steady source of encouragement and support,” the post read.
“He took joy in understanding everything about his children and grandchildren.
He loved sports and rarely missed a chance to cheer for his Wolverines, Lions, and Tigers.
He enjoyed rides in his convertible, loved music, and served as a mentor to his family and to many colleagues and employees.”
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