An inmate named Jose Guardado, who was serving a 45-year to life sentence for sexually assaulting a child, passed away on July 20 at a Nevada state prison in Carson City. He was 56 years old at the time of his death. Guardado had been convicted of various charges, including sexual assault of a victim under 16, lewdness with a minor, and possession of a stolen vehicle.
The Nevada Department of Corrections reported that Guardado had been serving his sentence at the Northern Nevada Correctional Center. An autopsy was requested to determine the cause of death, and his next of kin was informed of the unfortunate news. Guardado had the possibility of parole for his sexual assault and lewdness with a minor convictions in Washoe County. Additionally, he was sentenced by a Clark County court for attempted possession of a stolen vehicle.
According to the department’s inmate search website, Guardado had been incarcerated by the state corrections department since 2015. The exact circumstances surrounding his death were not disclosed in the department’s statement. It is always a tragic event when someone loses their life, regardless of their past actions.
The news of Guardado’s passing serves as a reminder of the consequences of criminal actions and the impact they can have on individuals and families. While it is important to hold individuals accountable for their crimes, it is also important to remember the humanity of every person, even those who have committed serious offenses.
The Department of Corrections has not released any further information about Guardado’s death at this time. It is crucial for the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation to determine the cause of death and ensure that proper protocols were followed within the prison facility.
Our thoughts go out to the family and loved ones of Jose Guardado during this difficult time. May they find peace and solace as they grieve his passing.
