A Lakewood man, Edwin Ramirez-Carranza, received a five-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to aggravated assault related to a 2025 car crash. The crash involved Ramirez-Carranza driving at 106 mph and resulted in injuries to an off-duty police officer.
In addition to the 2025 incident, Ramirez-Carranza also pleaded guilty to eluding police during a separate event in 2024. Authorities handled both cases as part of the sentencing process.
**Why this matters**
This case highlights the legal consequences of reckless driving and evading law enforcement. It also underscores the risks posed to public safety when drivers operate vehicles at excessive speeds.