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Midland County jury sentences man to life in prison in death of 10-year-old boy
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Tamlyn Price , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 24, 2026
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Key points The man, Rogelio Ortiz-Olivas, also received a 92-year sentence for failure to stop and render aid. A man has been sentenced to life in prison by a Midland County jury for his role in the death of a 10-year-old boy.
A man has been sentenced to life in prison by a Midland County jury for his role in the death of a 10-year-old boy. The sentence was for one count of manslaughter.
The man, Rogelio Ortiz-Olivas, also received a 92-year sentence for failure to stop and render aid. His sentencing was more severe due to prior federal felony convictions.
Further details about the case and sentencing are available from the District Attorney Judicial District Midland County.
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Category: Local ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
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What is this story about? A man has been sentenced to life in prison by a Midland County jury for his role in the death of a 10-year-old boy. The sentence was for one count of manslaughter. The man, Rogelio Ortiz-Olivas, also…
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