Michael Pineda was a friend and fellow sailor to Kyle Antonacci. It was Antonacci’s testimony that led to Pineda’s conviction for sexual assault. But it was also Kyle’s efforts before his death that helped to clear Pineda of those charges. He now uses his backpay from the military to fund the investigation into Antonacci’s death.
Credit: Provided Photo/Michael Pineda
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