Kim Kardashian Rejoices About Truck Driver’s Reduced Sentence

Kim Kardashian is celebrating the reduced sentence of truck driver Rogel Aguilera-Mederos.

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Aguilera-Mederos was sentenced to 110 years in priosn after his involvement in an 2019 accident.

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The 23-year-old convict drove a truck with a failed brake, killing four people and injuring others.

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Despite being a first-time offender, Aguilera-Mederos was given a lengthy sentence because of Colorado’s minimum sentencing.

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Kim advocated for a reduction in his sentence and abolishment of the minimum sentencing system.

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Finally, on Thursday, Governor Jared Polis granted Aguilera-Mederos clemency.

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His sentence has been reduced to 10 years with an eligibility for parole after five years.

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Kim appreciated the governor for his empathy and leadership in the situation.

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She expressed joy about the possibility of Aguilera-Mederos returning home to his wife and kids after 5 years.

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