Leslie Sanders sentenced to 140 months in road rage death of 79-year-old Larry Myers

FARIBAULT, Minn. — A 53-year-old man was sentenced to more than 11 years in prison for the road rage-related death of decorated veteran Larry Myers, 79.

The attack happened near Northfield in June of 2022, after Leslie Sanders and Myers had a minor collision. Witnesses say Sanders got out of his truck and punched Myers several times through the driver's side window. 

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Myers was battling cancer at the time, and was on his way to dialysis. He died days later from his injuries.

Sanders pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in September. A judge sentenced him to 140 months in prison on Thursday.

Myers' daughter said he made an impact wherever he went, and was involved in veteran and youth organizations.