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NewsWSVN 7 MiamiAugust 7, 2026Miami-Dade

Court sentences Jah’Kobe Bessent to 10 years in prison for 2022 fatal crash

A judge sentenced 19-year-old Jah’Kobe Bessent to 10 years in prison, 10 years of probation, and a 10-year license revocation for his role in a 2022 high-speed pursuit that resulted in a fatal crash. Bessent pleaded guilty to charges related to the incident, which occurred when he was 15 years old.

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Why It Matters

The sentencing concludes a legal case involving a 2022 fatal vehicle pursuit that resulted in the death of 35-year-old Maria Tellez-Valderrabano.

Key Facts

  • Jah’Kobe Bessent was sentenced to 10 years in prison.
  • Bessent received 10 years of probation following his prison term.
  • Bessent’s driver’s license will be revoked for 10 years after his release.
  • The incident occurred in 2022 when Bessent was 15 years old.
  • The crash resulted in the death of 35-year-old Maria Tellez-Valderrabano.
  • The incident began with a home burglary where two cars were stolen.
  • Bessent pleaded guilty to his role in the fatal crash and fleeing the scene.

Who's Mentioned

personMaria Tellez-Valderrabano“Victim of the 2022 fatal crash.”locationFort Lauderdale“Location of the court hearing.”organizationBroward Sheriff’s Office“Law enforcement agency involved in the pursuit.”personNicole Bessent“Stepmother of the defendant.”personSamantha Cruz“Daughter of the victim.”personMichael Tellez Féria“Son of the victim.”personJah’Kobe Bessent“Defendant sentenced for the fatal crash.”