Teen Driver’s Tragic Reckless Choice | Las Vegas News

A teen driver, Jesus Barraza, just 18 when he killed 17-year-old Devin Heath in a deadly drag race near Las Vegas High School, has been sentenced to a suspended 28-month term — probation, community service, driver’s ed, and restitution — sparking outrage from the victim’s father who called it a “slap on the wrist.” Barraza tearfully apologized in court, while prosecutors pushed for prison time, arguing he posed a community threat. Though civilly liable for over $100 million, his family received only $25,000 from insurance — a case that underscores the brutal cost of reckless driving and the lasting scars on grieving families. 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/984b308155c7ca8c