A Hero’s Death and a 18-Year Sentence | Portland News

A man named Arvoni Hayes just received an 18-year prison sentence for shooting and killing Aaron McInnis, a 30-year-old hero who intervened after believing a woman was being assaulted in Northeast Portland. Despite both Hayes and the woman saying they were fine, McInnis persisted in confronting Hayes — who eventually got back in his SUV and opened fire as McInnis approached again. Prosecutors called McInnis a brave stranger who died trying to help, while Hayes pleaded guilty to manslaughter and unlawful weapon use, avoiding murder charges. His sentence: 18 years plus 3 years of supervision — a brutal consequence for a moment that turned deadly. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/07b4633b66d0c56b