Guitarist Josh Klinghoffer, a former member of the Red Hot Chili Peppers and known for his work with Pearl Jam, pleaded not guilty to a misdemeanor manslaughter charge in the death of a pedestrian. The incident occurred in Alhambra, California, where Klinghoffer, 44, was driving an SUV and struck 47-year-old Israel Sanchez as he was walking in a crosswalk on March 18. Tragically, Sanchez succumbed to his injuries after being taken to a hospital.
The charge brought against Klinghoffer on August 29 is for vehicular manslaughter without gross negligence, a misdemeanor offense that carries a maximum penalty of one year in jail and a $1,000 fine. Klinghoffer's attorney entered the plea on his behalf during a court appearance in Alhambra, with no further comments provided after the hearing.
