Woman who killed Broadway vocal coach in New York City shove to be sentenced to 8 years nbcnews.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from nbcnews.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
The 26-year-old turned herself in this week following a search that captivated certain corners of New York. Her lawyer argues she’s being overcharged, and the case seems destined to become the latest front in the ongoing debate over criminal justice in the city.
Lauren Pazienza, 26, has been locked up on Rikers Island since her Tuesday arraignment on manslaughter and assault charges for killing Barbara Maier Gustern, 87.
The 26-year-old suspect in the fatal shoving of an 87-year-old vocal coach surrendered to the New York Police Department on Tuesday and has been charged of manslaughter. Lauren Pazienza allegedly tried to evade authorities for 12 days after the brutal attack.