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Deadline set for retrial in Sierra LaMar murder case
By Amy Larson at KRON4 (KRON-TV)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
SAN JOSE, Calif. (KRON) -- Antolin Garcia-Torres was back in a Santa Clara County courtroom Monday morning to prepare for his retrial. He was previously convicted of murdering 15-year-old Sierra LaMar in Morgan Hill, and he was sentenced to life in prison without possibility of parole. The Califo...
Key takeaway He was previously convicted of murdering 15-year-old Sierra LaMar in Morgan Hill, and he was sentenced to life in prison without possibility of parole.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The retrial of Antolin Garcia-Torres for the murder of Sierra LaMar has significant implications for the community in and around Morgan Hill, where the 15-year-old girl disappeared in 2012. As the case moves forward, residents will be watching closely to see how the justice system handles the retrial, particularly given the previous conviction and sentence. The fact that the California Court of Appeal for the Sixth Appellate District is involved suggests that there may be complex legal issues at play, which could impact the outcome of the retrial. For the people of Morgan Hill and surrounding areas, the case is a stark reminder of the need for effective law enforcement and justice systems to keep communities safe. The retrial will likely be closely followed by local media and residents, who will be looking for a sense of closure and justice for Sierra LaMar's family.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KRON4 (KRON-TV) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? SAN JOSE, Calif. (KRON) -- Antolin Garcia-Torres was back in a Santa Clara County courtroom Monday morning to prepare for his retrial. He was previously convicted of murdering 15-year-old Sierra LaMar in Morgan Hill, and he was sentenced to life in prison without possibility of parole. The Califo...
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