Originally accused of first degree murder in the death of Linda Mendibles, the then-teenager will receive seven years of probation for two lesser charges.
TUCSON, Ariz. — A Tucson teen accused of murdering a homeless woman has pled guilty to lesser charges and will get probation only.
70-year-old Linda Mendibles was a homeless woman loved by many. She was often referred to as 'Mamma Linda.' Back in 2021, police found Mendibles shot to death. They eventually arrested a then-17-year-old for first degree murder in 2022. The man charged has plead guilty to two amended charges: Possession of a deadly weapon by a prohibited possessor, and tampering with evidence.STAY IN TOUCH WITH US ANYTIME, ANYWHERE
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