Man who killed victim with hammer sentenced to life

Michael Quinn found guilty in beating death of Albert Guerra

SAN ANTONIO – A jury on Tuesday decided that a 53-year-old man should spend the rest of his life in prison for the beating death and dismemberment of his girlfriend's ex-boyfriend.

Jurors deliberated for 10 minutes before determining punishment for Michael Quinn, who was found guilty Monday of killing Albert Guerra, 56.

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According to trial testimony, Quinn killed Guerra by beating him over the head with a hammer. Quinn admitted to police that he dismembered the victim's body.

Quinn will be eligible for parole in 30 years.


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