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Teen accused of killing 13-year-old enters involuntary manslaughter plea
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Nina Gallegos , as published by KVIA ABC-7
· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the case and the potential outcomes are available from the Doña Ana County District Attorney's office, as reported by KVIA.
A 13-year-old defendant is facing charges related to the death of another teenager. The case involves a firearm and the defendant's age is a factor in the potential sentence. Sentencing is set to take place on August 11.
The defendant has entered a plea and the district attorney has noted differences between this case and other local trials. Further details about the case and the potential outcomes are available from the Doña Ana County District Attorney's office, as reported by KVIA.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 28, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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