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19-year-old convicted carjacker sentenced to 25 years for fatally dragging victim
By KEYE at CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local News
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
San Antonio: Zachariah Aguirre, 19, gets 25 years for the 2023 carjacking murder of 80-year-old Larry Brister, dragged as Aguirre drove off. First of three co-defendants sentenced, last to take a plea.
Key takeaway First of three co-defendants sentenced, last to take a plea.
Why this matters in Barton Creek News
The sentencing of Zachariah Aguirre brings some closure to a tragic case, but it also raises questions about public safety in the Austin area. As a community, Barton Creek residents should be aware that carjackings can happen anywhere, and it's crucial to be vigilant when out and about. The fact that Aguirre was the last of three co-defendants to take a plea deal suggests a complex and potentially disturbing trend of violent crime in the region. With Aguirre receiving a 25-year sentence, the community will be watching to see how the other co-defendants are sentenced and whether justice is served for the victim, Larry Brister, and his family. The case also highlights the need for continued cooperation between law enforcement agencies in Travis County and neighboring cities like San Antonio to combat violent crime and protect residents.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? San Antonio: Zachariah Aguirre, 19, gets 25 years for the 2023 carjacking murder of 80-year-old Larry Brister, dragged as Aguirre drove off. First of three co-defendants sentenced, last to take a plea.
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