Gary Gene Ramirez, now 78, has been sentenced to life in prison for the 1982 murder of 15-year-old Karen Stitt, a case that remained unsolved for decades. Using advanced DNA techniques, authorities identified Ramirez as the murderer, leading to his extradition from Hawaii. Stitt's violent death, where she was stabbed 59 times and left near a garden center, deeply impacted the community. Judge Hanley Chew sentenced Ramirez to life with a possibility of parole in 25 years, when he would be 103 years old. This case highlights advancements in forensic science and unwavering pursuit of justice.
Over 40 years ago, Karen Stitt lost her life, but she was not forgotten...Today, thanks to a dedicated detective, a persistent prosecutor, and our Crime Lab, the person responsible is behind bars.
Gary Gene Ramirez, 78, who was extradited from Hawaii in 2022 after a cold-case investigation that featured a refreshed DNA examination, pleaded no contest to first-degree murder.
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