In a recent court hearing, Judge Marisa Tinkler Mendez issued an order prohibiting George Pino from contacting the family of Luciana Fernandez, a 17-year-old girl who died in a boat crash he was involved in. Pino allegedly sent a text to the girl's parents, which prosecutors interpreted as an attempt to intimidate witnesses in the case. While granting the no-contact order, the judge noted her belief that Pino did not act with malicious intent. The case continues to draw attention, especially considering the severe impact of the crash on multiple victims.
The court order states that George Pino can have no contact with the Fernandez family until the trial’s conclusion, as prosecutors see this as a potential intimidation.
Judge Marisa Tinkler Mendez emphasized the importance of starting with a 'fresh' stance, while acknowledging that Pino's text may not have been intentionally harmful.
Luciana Fernandez, the victim, died after a boat crash on Labor Day 2022, which also left another girl with lifelong disabilities—a serious implication in the case against Pino.
The Fernandez and Puig families have been vocal about the need for serious charges against Pino, advocating for justice following the tragic events.
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