Nationwide — The household of Regina Brilliant, an African American mom of two from Omaha, Nebraska, is outraged after the person who killed her in a automobile crash was sentenced to simply 90 days in jail. They are saying the punishment seems like a slap on the wrist for a life misplaced.
Regina Brilliant, 35, died in March after her Jeep Compass was struck by a rushing Chevy Impala at forty second and Grover. The driving force, 21-year-old Jonathan McDougald, was charged with misdemeanor motorized vehicle murder.
McDougald was not too long ago sentenced in Douglas County courtroom to 90 days in jail and two years of probation. He may also endure behavioral and psychological well being evaluations. In response to KETV, the choose stated McDougald’s actions have been intentional and aggressive, fueled by anger.
Family and friends crammed the courtroom, hoping for a harsher punishment. As a substitute, they left heartbroken and annoyed. “He killed my daughter, that’s simply not sufficient,” stated Regina’s mom, Veronica Constance-Brilliant.
Others near Regina stated the ruling made their grief worse. “As we speak’s been actually arduous as a result of it seems like a second funeral for her,” stated her good friend and co-worker, Anna Roark. Sarah Supenski, one other good friend, added, “It’s simply not truthful, in any means form or type, I don’t care what means you chop it.”
In courtroom, McDougald apologized and stated he was keen to assist nevertheless he may. Authorities stated Regina had been turning left right into a Mega Saver lot when McDougald’s automobile struck hers. He suffered minor accidents within the crash.
The household continues to mourn Regina, calling the sentence insufficient and a poor reflection of the loss they really feel.
