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El Paso Man Receives 90-Year Sentence for 2024 Hit-and-Run Death

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Rene Martinez has been sentenced to 90 years in prison following his conviction for the murder of 23-year-old Juan Flores Jr. and a related collision that resulted in Flores' death on September 30, 2024. The jury awarded 70 years for the murder charge and an additional 20 years for the collision, along with fines totaling $20,000. The incident occurred on North Zaragoza Road, where surveillance footage showed Martinez accelerating his vehicle towards Flores and others after a confrontation. Flores suffered fatal injuries and died later in a hospital. The trial also revealed a history of domestic violence involving Martinez and a pregnant woman, Crystal Rivera, who reported being assaulted by him shortly before the incident.

Key Details: • Sentencing took place in the 346th District Court. • Incident occurred on September 30, 2024, at approximately 2 a.m. • Flores' mother, Rebecca Gomez, provided emotional testimony during the trial. • Martinez has a prior DWI conviction from 2018. • Impact statements from Flores' family are scheduled for Tuesday afternoon.

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El PasoMontwood High SchoolRene MartinezJuan Flores Jr.Rebecca GomezJasmine SanchezCrystal RiveraNorth Zaragoza Road346th District Court

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