BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The woman accused of torturing and killing 8-year-old Genesis Mata was assaulted by another inmate in jail.
The Kern County Sheriff’s Office said on August 8, 2025, Graciela Bustamonte was assaulted by another inmate at the Lerdo Pre-Trial facility.
Bustamonte was taken to a hospital where she was treated for her injuries and later returned to the facility.
KCSO said charges against the suspect in this incident, Anita Doron, are being submitted to the District Attorney’s Office for review.
Bustamonte and Ray Mata Jr. are accused of torturing and killing 8-year-old Genesis Mata…