Transcript of Marcus Eriz apology to family of Aiden Leos ahead of sentencing

By Yosi Yahoudai
Founder and Managing Partner

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. – Marcus Anthony Eriz’s closing statement ahead of his sentencing for the deadly road rage shooting that killed 6-year-old Aiden Leos appeared to be deeply remorseful and apologetic, though it likely offered little comfort to the boy’s family.

Eriz, 26, of Costa Mesa, was sentenced to 40 years to life in prison, with a right to appeal his sentence in court. He was convicted in January of second-degree murder and firing at an occupied vehicle for the deadly May 21, 2021, shooting on the freeway that killed Aiden Leos. Jurors also found true allegations of personal use of a handgun.

Here’s the full transcript of his closing statement:

About the Author

Yosi Yahoudai is a founder and the managing partner of J&Y. His practice is comprised primarily of cases involving automobile and motorcycle accidents, but he also represents people in premises liability lawsuits, including suits alleging dangerous conditions of public property, third-party criminal conduct, and intentional torts. He also has expertise in cases involving product defects, dog bites, elder abuse, and sexual assault. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of California and is admitted to practice in all California State Courts, and the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. If you have any questions about this article, you can contact Yosi by clicking here.

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