The incident occurred near Driftwood and Boathouse Drives, as reported by the Mohave County Sheriff’s Office on Friday, July 28, at around 1:36 a.m.
John Stettler, a 40-year-old man, is currently in custody following the tragic death of his 32-year-old ex-girlfriend in a go-kart collision last week
The victim, Sally Minard, was driving an ATV-type vehicle when the collision took place, resulting in critical injuries. She was immediately rushed to a hospital in Las Vegas, where she sadly succumbed to her injuries.
Authorities, including the Sheriff’s Office detectives and the Accident Reconstruction Team, conducted a thorough investigation into the incident. Their findings led to the conclusion that John Stettler, the ex-boyfriend of the victim, was operating the go-kart at the time of the crash. According to their determination, the collision was not a mere accident but rather a “criminal act” by John Stettler.
Consequently, deputies arrested John Stettler and subsequently booked him into the Mohave County Adult Detention Facility
John Stettler is now facing a second-degree murder charge due to domestic violence.
As the investigation remains ongoing, more details may emerge surrounding the circumstances that led to this tragic incident. The law enforcement authorities are committed to ensuring justice is served for the loss of Sally Minard’s life.
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