What was Guillermo Aboytes-Saavedra's sentence?

Guillermo Aboytes-Saavedra was sentenced to three consecutive terms of five years to life in the Nevada Department of Corrections, requiring him to serve a minimum of 15 years before parole eligibility.

Were the victims known to Guillermo Aboytes-Saavedra?

The victims confirmed they did not know Guillermo Aboytes-Saavedra prior to the incident, and he approached them while they were playing in a park.

What were the long-term effects on the child victims?

The children and their families described ongoing trauma, including fear of going outside, withdrawal from friends, sleep disturbances, flinching from hugs, and persistent negative thoughts and shame.

How was Guillermo Aboytes-Saavedra apprehended?

Guillermo Aboytes-Saavedra was arrested by Lyon County deputies on May 6, 2025, after the sister of one of the victims reported threats and deputies tracked a phone.

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What happened after the '3 Missing Kids Discovered Under Secret Door' clip?

What happened?

Guillermo Aboytes-Saavedra pleaded guilty to kidnapping and child abuse charges and was sentenced to three consecutive terms of five years to life in prison, requiring him to serve a minimum of 15 years before parole eligibility.

Convicted or liable

Last checked: Jun 14, 2026

Sources: KTVN; Carson Now; KTVN

Timeline

Jan 28, 2025
Guillermo Aboytes-Saavedra was arrested in a separate case for assault with a deadly weapon, allegedly chasing someone with a knife.
May 6, 2025
Guillermo Aboytes-Saavedra kidnapped three male juveniles from a park in Fernley, Nevada, and was arrested by Lyon County deputies after the victims were located.
May 9, 2025
The Lyon County Sheriff's Office issued a public safety message urging families to review child safety practices in response to the Fernley kidnapping and an attempted child luring in Dayton.
Oct 20, 2025
Guillermo Aboytes-Saavedra pleaded guilty to three counts of first-degree kidnapping and child abuse charges.
Feb 23, 2026
Guillermo Aboytes-Saavedra was sentenced in the Third Judicial District Court to three consecutive terms of five years to life in the Nevada Department of Corrections.
Jun 4, 2026
Lyon County Sheriff Brad Pope presented Meritorious Service Medals to Sergeant Gabriel Santos, Deputy Stiles Sousa, and Deputy Joshua Lynch for their efforts in the case.

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