Yessenia Estrada, 35, pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and arson related to a fire that killed tenant Christopher Tran. Her plea occurred during her second court appearance before Judge Hector Ramon. Estrada admitted her guilt clearly and confirmed her understanding of her rights. Her plea was made without any agreements from prosecutors or defense attorneys. The charges carry a potential nine-year prison sentence, subject to Judge Ramon's discretion. A sentencing hearing is scheduled for August 14, following a probation report that will inform the court's decision.
Yessenia Estrada, a 35-year-old resident of San Jose, pleaded guilty to arson and involuntary manslaughter for setting fire to a commercial building that killed a tenant who was inside on July 13, 2025.
Estrada was clear-spoken when she admitted to the crimes that ended with the July 13 death of 51-year-old Christopher Tran.
Her main remarks in court Thursday were to tell Ramon, Yes, I understand and other affirmative responses when the judge asked her if she understood her rights and that she was knowingly waiving them.
The prescribed prison sentence for the charges is nine years, though Judge Ramon has the final say.
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