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Driver Sentenced to 40 Years for Road Rage Killing of 70-Year-Old
Donyell Moton found guilty in 2022 shooting death of Roberto Huron in San Antonio
Published on Mar. 5, 2026
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Donyell Moton, 49, was sentenced to 40 years in prison for the 2022 shooting death of Roberto Huron, 70, during a road rage incident in San Antonio. Moton was found guilty last week of killing Huron, who was driving with his wife when Moton fired multiple shots into their car. Moton claimed self-defense, but multiple eyewitnesses testified that Huron was not driving aggressively before the shooting.
Why it matters
Road rage incidents resulting in violence and loss of life continue to be a serious problem in San Antonio and across the country. This case highlights the need for better driver education, conflict de-escalation, and enforcement of laws to prevent these tragic outcomes.
The details
Prosecutors said the shooting happened in November 2022 when Moton was driving behind Huron and Huron's wife. Moton pointed a firearm out of his vehicle's window and fired several shots into their car, striking and killing Huron. Moton admitted to the shooting but claimed he acted in self-defense, saying Huron had brake-checked him and tried to run him off the road. However, multiple eyewitnesses testified that Huron was not driving aggressively or dangerously before the gunfire.
- The shooting occurred in November 2022.
- Moton was found guilty last week.
- Moton was sentenced on Tuesday.
The players
Donyell Moton
A 49-year-old man who was found guilty and sentenced to 40 years in prison for the shooting death of Roberto Huron during a road rage incident.
Roberto Huron
A 70-year-old man who was killed when Donyell Moton fired multiple shots into the car Huron was driving with his wife.
Bexar County District Attorney Joe Gonzales
The district attorney who stated that the sentence honors Huron's memory and upholds the law to serve the community with integrity.
San Antonio Police Detective Enrique Garza
A homicide detective who offered safety tips for drivers to avoid road rage incidents.
What they’re saying
“With this sentence, we honor Roberto's memory and stand with his family. We will remain committed to upholding the law and serving our community with integrity, ensuring that justice prevails for all.”
— Joe Gonzales, Bexar County District Attorney (expressnews.com)
“You never know what people have to lose. You never know what intentions someone may have, and how far they might be wiling to take things.”
— Enrique Garza, San Antonio Police Detective (expressnews.com)
What’s next
The judge's decision on whether to allow Moton out on bail is expected on Tuesday.
The takeaway
This case underscores the need for improved driver education, conflict de-escalation, and stronger enforcement of laws to prevent tragic road rage incidents that continue to claim lives in San Antonio and across the country.
