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Man sentenced to 75 years for Watsonville murder and standoff

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Hector Rocha was sentenced to 75 years to life for murdering his roommate and engaging in a standoff with police. - Rocha shot Victor Alamillo in the back on Aug.

7, 2023, in Watsonville. - He then fled and was found the next day in a truck in Monterey County, leading to a four-hour standoff.

- A jury rejected his insanity plea, finding him legally sane. - Rocha had prior felony convictions for resisting arrest, attempted arson, and firearm possession.

The sentence ensures Rocha will serve at least 75 years before parole eligibility.

This story was originally reported by mercurynews. Read the original article here.

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