LOS ANGELES, CA – The death of Diana Santangelo, a prominent businesswoman and former Hollywood actress, is drawing attention as new details emerge in a Los Angeles courtroom. Santangelo, known for her roles in popular TV shows and music videos, died following illegal silicone butt injections. Libby Odom, accused of performing these injections, is now facing trial.
Prosecutors allege that Odom’s negligence led to Santangelo’s death. They emphasized that Odom lacked any medical or nursing license, which she admitted to police. Her defense attorney, however, insists on her innocence.
This case is not Odom’s first encounter with the law. Last year, she and her daughter, Alicia Galaz, were convicted of involuntary manslaughter related to a similar incident in 2019. In that case, the duo injected silicone into Carissa Rajpal’s buttocks at her Sherman Oaks home, resulting in Rajpal’s death.
Authorities warn that silicone injections are not approved by the FDA and pose significant health risks, including death. Odom and Galaz were previously sentenced to prison but were released on parole for time served. Now, Odom faces the possibility of a new sentence as the jury deliberates her fate in Santangelo’s case.
The courtroom was somber as the jury listened to closing arguments, with prosecutors painting a picture of recklessness and disregard for human life. The jury is expected to reconvene tomorrow morning to continue deliberations.
This trial underscores the dangers of illegal cosmetic procedures and the tragic consequences that can follow. The outcome will determine whether Odom is held accountable for her alleged role in Santangelo’s untimely death.
As the legal proceedings continue, the case serves as a stark reminder of the potential perils associated with unlicensed medical practices.