Crime & Safety

Arrest Made in Sierra LaMar Case

A 21-year-old man was arrested Monday evening in connection with the murder and kidnapping of Sierra LaMar

A 21-year-old Morgan Hill man was taken into custody Monday night who police believe is responsible for ’s disappearance, officials said.

Antolin Garcia-Torres was arrested and booked into Santa Clara County jail on one count of murder and one count of kidnapping.

According to reports Garcia-Torres is the owner of the red Volkswagen Jetta picked up on May 8 that is connected with the 15-year-old’s disappearance. .

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One report said Garcia-Torres was arrested at a Safeway where he worked in Morgan Hill.

A press conference with the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s office will be held Wednesday morning where officials are expected to provide more information.

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