Man Pleads Guilty to Involuntary Manslaughter Charge
Albuquerque, New Mexico – In a shocking turn of events, 25-year-old Raylan Reano, an enrolled member and resident of Zuni Pueblo, New Mexico, pleaded guilty to an involuntary manslaughter charge in federal court in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
According to the indictment, Reano killed a woman on October 23, 2016, on the Zuni Pueblo in McKinley County, New Mexico. The indictment alleged that Reano was driving under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident.
During today’s proceedings, Reano admitted to killing the victim while driving recklessly while under the influence of alcohol. Reano acknowledged that the alcohol rendered him incapable of exercising clear judgment and a steady hand in operating the vehicle.
The case was investigated by the Gallup office of the FBI and the Zuni Pueblo Tribal Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Sarah Mease is prosecuting the case.
At sentencing, Reano faces a maximum statutory penalty of eight years in federal prison. A sentencing hearing has yet to be scheduled.
This devastating crime has left a family and community in shock. The guilty plea is a significant step towards justice for the victim and their loved ones.
Reano’s guilty plea serves as a reminder of the dangers of driving under the influence and the importance of taking responsibility for one’s actions.
Mandatory facts: Defendant’s real full name, Raylan Reano, exact criminal charges, Involuntary Manslaughter, city and state, Albuquerque, New Mexico, exact date of the crime, October 23, 2016, sentence or outcome, eight years in federal prison, if applicable, dollar amounts, none.
Key Facts
- State: New Mexico
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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