April 14, 2025
Multnomah County Circuit Court Judge Jenna Plank today sentenced Maria Moncada to 75 months in the Department of Corrections for Manslaughter in the Second Degree for the death of Bonny Heyn.
INCIDENT:
On February 23, 2024, the Portland Police Bureau’s Major Crash Team responded to a two vehicle crash along NE Marine Drive where a black BMW driven by Maria Moncada struck a vehicle parked on the shoulder. The occupant of the other vehicle died at the scene. Witnesses told police they saw a black BMW driving recklessly shortly before the crash. Moncada reached speeds of 104 mph before losing control and hitting the parked car. Officers observed several signs of alcohol impairment from Moncada and the Oregon State Crime Lab found her blood alcohol concentration in the triple digits.
PLEA & SENTENCING:
Deputy District Attorney Kenzie Ludwig represented the prosecution, which resulted in a negotiated plea agreement with Defendant and her attorney. Judge Jenna Plank accepted the plea on April 14, 2025, and sentenced Moncada as follows:
- 75 months in the Department of Corrections for Manslaughter in the Second Degree
- 364 days jail concurrent for Driving Under the Influence with BAC over .15%
Additionally, Moncada will serve three years of post-prison supervision.
The Multnomah District Attorney’s Office would like to thank Victim Advocate Amina Dureti for her endless support to the victim’s family. Further, thank you to the Major Crash Team and lead investigator Chase Fullington for the extensive and full investigation.
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