By: Alyssa Bethencourt
A woman who drove onto a crowded Las Vegas Strip sidewalk in 2015, killing one person and injuring dozens, has been sentenced to 18 years to life in prison after years of delays tied to mental competency proceedings.


Alyssa Bethencourt is a Reporter at KTNV. She covers a diverse range of topics including animals, animal cruelty, and the logistics and supply chain industries, with a particular focus on pets, veterinary care, and animal rights. Alyssa's work has been featured in NewsBreak, NewsChannel 21 / NPG of Oregon, KGUN 9 On Your Side, Madison Magazine, and KTNV Channel 13 Action News.
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Las Vegas, United States (Local)


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Alyssa covers a range of topics with a focus on local news, particularly crime, entertainment events, and education in the Las Vegas area. She frequently reports on evolving stories and breaking news related to these themes.
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