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The Sparks Police Department Sentences Man to Life in Prison for Deliberately Running Down Victims
A man has been sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after intentionally running down five people with their car in 2020. The incident took place at the intersection of Kietzke Lane and Battle Born Way, near the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada.
Details of the Crime
According to a release from the Sparks Police Department, Luis Antonio Guerrero was sentenced on March 25th for the crimes of 2nd-degree murder, use of a deadly weapon enhancement, and four counts of battery with a deadly weapon. The victims, including an 18-year-old woman who was pronounced dead at the scene, were walking northbound on Battle Born Way after an altercation at the Grand Sierra Resort.
Investigation and Arrest
During the investigation, detectives found the brown Lexus car used in the crime in Reno. Guerrero and his passengers were located and interviewed, leading to the identification of Guerrero as the driver of the vehicle. He was subsequently arrested and charged with multiple offenses related to the incident.
Update on the Case
On April 6, 2022, the Sparks Police Department announced the arrest of a new suspect, Juan Pablo Guerrero, in connection with the fatal crash. All charges against the original suspect were dropped following the discovery of additional evidence. The investigation into the incident, which resulted in the death of 18-year-old Kayla Romero, is still ongoing.
Support for the Victim
The Washoe County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed the cause of Romero’s death as multiple blunt force injuries from the car hitting her. A GoFundMe has been set up to support her funeral expenses, highlighting the tragic impact of the crime on her loved ones.
Conclusion
The deliberate act of running down innocent victims in a car has had devastating consequences for all involved. The arrest and sentencing of the perpetrators bring a sense of justice to the community, but the emotional scars left by such a heinous crime will take much longer to heal.
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