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FDNY Firefighter Pleads Guilty in Fatal Crash | New York City News
A former FDNY firefighter, Michael Pena, has pleaded guilty to manslaughter charges after a deadly crash in February that killed 23-year-old Justin Diaz, a rising star on his way to work at LaGuardia Airport. Pena, who was off-duty and allegedly speeding while intoxicated, now faces 4 to 12 years in prison. Justin’s family, devastated by the loss, has spent a year demanding justice, with his brother calling the sentence too light and urging lawmakers to strengthen penalties. Pena’s attorney says he’s deeply remorseful, wishing he could undo the night. In honor of Justin, a street has been…
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