OGDEN, UTAH – A nightclub security guard has been arrested in connection with the death of a man who was allegedly involved in a dispute over unpaid tacos, according to court documents.
Martin Esparza Espinoza, 56, faces a second-degree felony manslaughter charge related to the incident, which occurred outside an Ogden nightclub. Authorities say Espinoza was working security at the establishment when a confrontation broke out between club personnel and the victim.
Incident Details
Documents state that the altercation began when the victim, who reportedly refused to pay for tacos, became involved in a physical fight with nightclub security. Espinoza and two other security guards were allegedly part of the scuffle.
Following the altercation, the security guards left the man lying in the middle of Washington Boulevard, a busy roadway. Moments later, a vehicle exiting a nearby parking lot struck the man.
Authorities confirmed that the victim died from severe injuries sustained in the collision.
Investigation and Arrest
It remains unclear whether the driver of the vehicle had any involvement in the earlier fight. Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the sequence of events leading up to the tragic outcome.
The identity of the victim has not yet been released.
Legal Considerations
Espinoza was taken into custody and booked on manslaughter charges. As the case moves forward, it is important to note that charges are allegations only, and all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Further details regarding the incident are expected as the investigation continues.
