Suspect Pleads Guilty in Johnny Wactor's Killing
Leonel Gutierrez, 18, faces up to four years and eight months in prison for his role in the attempted robbery that led to the actor's death.
- Johnny Wactor, known for his role on 'General Hospital,' was fatally shot on May 25 while confronting thieves attempting to steal his car's catalytic converter.
- Leonel Gutierrez, one of four suspects, pleaded guilty to charges of attempted robbery and grand theft and is free on $120,000 bond.
- The alleged shooter, Robert Barceleau, and another suspect, Sergio Estrada, face murder charges and could receive life sentences if convicted.
- A fourth suspect, Frank Olano, is charged with being an accessory after the fact, receiving stolen property, and firearm possession.
- Wactor's family and friends have called for justice, highlighting the actor's efforts to protect a colleague during the incident.