Connie Koontz and Sophia Renkin were murdered in their homes in January 2019. On Thursday their killer received two life sentences without the possibility of parole in addition 55 years, ensuring he will never be free again.

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Families of murdered Ranchos women testify

Gardnerville Ranchos residents Connie Koontz and Sophia Renkin were shot in their homes Jan. 9-13 as part of a murder spree. Their killer received consecutive life terms without the possibility of parole on Thursday.

• By Kurt Hildebrand
• March 4, 2022