Ex‑NFL star Henry Ruggs III was denied parole after a fatal crash that killed 23‑year‑old Tina Tintor and her dog Max. The Nevada Board of Parole Commissioners rejected his request nearly five years after the incident, leaving the former Raiders wide receiver on a 3‑to‑10‑year sentence.

Ruggs drove his sports car at speeds up to 156 mph in downtown Las Vegas on Nov. 2, 2021, slamming into a vehicle and causing a fatal collision. Prosecutors noted his blood alcohol level at the time was 0.16 %. He pleaded guilty in May 2023 to felony DUI causing death and misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter, receiving a 3‑to‑10‑year term.

The board cited the ongoing grief of Tintor’s family and the severity of the case in its decision. Ruggs will face another hearing three months before his mandatory release on August 24, 2027. His attorneys argue he has accepted responsibility and completed DUI prevention programs while incarcerated, but the denial reinforces the seriousness of the offense.

The denial marks a rare instance where a high‑profile former athlete faces strict judicial scrutiny for a road‑traffic tragedy. Stakeholders in Las Vegas, including local officials and the community, view the outcome as a reminder that fame does not exempt one from accountability. The case continues to influence discussions on DUI enforcement and the legal limits of rehabilitation for offenders.