Erickson friend gives emotional testimony in boys’ Westlake deaths
The Acorn (Westlake Village)
May 7, 2026
For those of us who remember that heartbreaking evening in 2020, this week’s testimony in the Iskander vs. Grossman civil case feels like another heavy chapter in a story that still haunts our community. According to The Acorn (Westlake Village), former MLB star Royce Clayton took the stand on May 1, sharing emotional testimony about what his longtime friend Scott Erickson allegedly told him about the crash that killed two young Westlake Village brothers. Clayton, despite a 30-year friendship, told police what he knew—a reminder that even bonds of loyalty can’t outweigh the weight of what happened on that quiet street.
What sticks with me is the quiet courage it takes to speak up when it’s a friend. In a town where we all know each other’s faces at the coffee shop or the Little League field, this case has always felt personal. The boys’ names are etched into our collective memory, and every new detail reminds us that justice isn’t just a courtroom word—it’s a promise we make to our neighbors. As this civil case unfolds, it’s worth remembering that healing comes slowly, and often through the hard truths we share.
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