FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 18, 2007

Lynn Haven man sentenced to prison for hit and run death

State Attorney Steve Meadows announces the sentencing, in Bay County Circuit Court, of Ronald M. Rocher, on a charge of Vehicular Homicide–Failing to Render Aid.

Rocher, WM, DOB: 1-28-1964, 705 Virginia Avenue, Lynn Haven, was sentenced to 128.4 months in prison, followed by 120 months on probation for the February 26, 2005, hit and run death of Judy Kay Gonzales. Rocher was convicted, at trial, on December 7.

Terms of probation include permanent driver’s license revocation, substance abuse evaluation and counseling, and Rocher may not consume alcoholic beverages. The probation term will commence upon completion of at least 85 per cent of the prison sentence.