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Man sentenced to 25 years in prison in deadly carjacking of 80-year-old San Antonio man
By Erica Hernandez, Misael Gomez at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 10, 2026
· 2 min read
A man was sentenced Friday to 25 years in prison after accepting a plea deal in the deadly 2023 carjacking and beating of an 80-year-old San Antonio man.Zachariah Aguirre, 19, pleaded guilty to his role in the attack that ultimately claimed the life of Larry Brister, who was assaulted while on hi...
Key takeaway Zachariah Aguirre, 19, pleaded guilty to his role in the attack that ultimately claimed the life of Larry Brister, who was assaulted while on his way to pick up hamburgers on Feb.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The sentencing of Zachariah Aguirre to 25 years in prison brings some measure of closure to the family of Larry Brister, but it also raises questions about the ongoing issue of violent crime in San Antonio. The fact that Aguirre was one of three teenagers accused of beating and carjacking Brister highlights the need for continued efforts to address youth violence in the city. The North Side neighborhood where the attack occurred is typically considered a safe area, making the incident all the more shocking. The outpouring of support from the community, including the actions of good Samaritans like Bruce Bowen, demonstrates the city's resilience and compassion. As the remaining two defendants await their sentencing, the community will be watching to see how the justice system responds to this tragic case and whether it will serve as a deterrent to future violent crimes.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A man was sentenced Friday to 25 years in prison after accepting a plea deal in the deadly 2023 carjacking and beating of an 80-year-old San Antonio man.Zachariah Aguirre, 19, pleaded guilty to his role in the attack that ultimately claimed the life of Larry Brister, who was assaulted while on hi...
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