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Miami Jury Acquits George Pino in Lucy Fernandez Death

6/24/2026

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A Miami jury acquitted George Pino of manslaughter and vessel homicide for the 2022 crash that killed Lucy Fernandez.
Prosecutors said Pino drove the 29-foot Robalo at full throttle with drinking teens, while the defense called the crash accidental.
Cecilia Pino testified twice, describing the aftermath and grieving her daughter as defendant broke down and a judge warned against family displays.
If convicted, Pino faced an 11- to 30-year prison term.

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A Miami jury acquitted George Pino of manslaughter and vessel homicide for the 2022 crash that killed Lucy Fernandez.
Prosecutors said Pino drove the 29-foot Robalo at full throttle with drinking teens, while the defense called the crash accidental.
Cecilia Pino testified twice, describing the aftermath and grieving her daughter as defendant broke down and a judge warned against family displays.
If convicted, Pino faced an 11- to 30-year prison term.