In a shocking turn of events, Lorena Lara-Diaz, the Omaha woman convicted of motor vehicle homicide, has been arrested in Kansas City after violating her probation. Lara-Diaz was found guilty in the 2023 death of Gary Mangiameli, who tragically lost his life when his motorcycle was struck by Lara-Diaz’s Chevy pickup truck near 26th and L Street in Omaha.
The heart-wrenching crash left Mangiameli dead, and Lara-Diaz was subsequently sentenced to three years in prison, with time served. However, her release was short-lived. After her sentence, she abruptly cut off all contact with her probation officer, prompting the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) to issue a warrant for her arrest in late February. Authorities allege she fled to Missouri to avoid accountability.
The U.S. Marshal’s Office in Kansas City tracked down Lara-Diaz, leading to her arrest. Prior to this, Lara-Diaz was briefly detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) last year due to her lack of legal immigration status. She was later released but continues to challenge her status in an ongoing appeal.
The arrest brings a sense of justice to a community still reeling from the tragic loss of Gary Mangiameli. As Lara-Diaz faces the consequences of her actions, questions remain about her legal status and the implications for her future.
