Content creator Carlos Humberto Sandoval Molina, 23, popularly known as “La Rubia”; He was sentenced to 20 years in prison after being found guilty of the crime of homicide by way of intentional intent.
Sandoval, who was dedicated to creating content on the Tik Tok platform, was involved in a tragic traffic accident on August 25 in Rivas. The young man traveled that day to promote a popular restaurant in the bay of San Juan del Sur. When he finished, he left in his vehicle bound for Managua in the early morning hours.
At kilometer 111 of the Pan-American Highway, Sandoval caused the death of Jamilton Pérez Hernández, 48, and his wife, teacher Ana Cecilia Echaverry Siézar, 55, who were traveling on a motorcycle. According to the Public Ministry’s accusation, “La Rubia” was driving drunk when she ran over the couple.
The Public Prosecutor’s Office presented evidence that showed that the young man was driving in a dangerous manner, which led to his conviction for the tragic event, including the speed at which he was driving, which according to the Prosecutor’s Office was 90 kilometers per hour on a road that allows a maximum of 40 km/h.
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Sandoval’s defense argued that it was a reckless homicide seeking to reduce the sentence; However, the Prosecutor’s Office maintained that “La Rubia” drove recklessly and with contempt for human life. At the time of the traffic accident, the young man recorded a live video in which he stated that he was not intoxicated and apologized for the deaths.
The video recording was not of much use, because after three attempts by the defense, Judge Mario Barberena, at the Rivas Judicial Complex; handed down the sentence for the influencer.
The case has generated controversy on social networks, as it is the first time that a well-known Nicaraguan content creator has been convicted. The young man’s parents, through social networks, have asked for forgiveness from the relatives of the deceased couple and called on the justice system to have mercy on the young tiktoker.
