Drug Use Led to 25-Year Sentence | Seattle News

A 44-year-old man, Antonio Montellano, just received a 25-year sentence for the brutal murder of a Yakama Nation man in January 2025. Already under federal supervision for drug trafficking since 2012, Montellano allegedly attacked his victim during a meth-fueled argument, using a shovel even after the man fell. He then tried to cover his tracks, stole items, and fled across the border into Mexico—where U.S. and Mexican authorities worked together to bring him back. After admitting guilt in November 2025, he’ll serve the sentence followed by five years of supervised release. This case underscores the deadly consequences of addiction, violence, and evasion. 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/47d3fb845d9b96a4