Man pleads guilty to careless driving in crash that killed 13-year-old Colorado boy

HIGHLANDS RANCH, Colo. (KKTV) – A sentencing has been set for the man responsible for the death of 13-year-old Alexander Mackiewicz.

Mackiewicz’s life was cut short on March 6 at Highlands Ranch when 53-year-old Ruben Morones hit him with his car. The accident occurred at Highlands Ranch. Morones pleaded guilty to careless driving this week. According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office..

“The defendant’s guilty plea is a step toward justice, but it does little to alleviate the profound loss that Alex’s family and community are feeling,” said Douglas County Sheriff Darren Weekley. “Precious lives were cut short due to careless choices, and we will continue to work tirelessly to make our roads safer through public education and traffic enforcement. As sheriff, I am committed to working with the Mackiewicz family and our legislature to strengthen the law and change the penalties for reckless driving causing death.”

Morones’ sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 7.