Jury finds man guilty of killing Arizona politician in DUI crash

TUCSON, Ariz. (CNN, KYMA) - A man accused of killing a Tucson politician in a DUI crash was found guilty on all counts Friday.

Martin Creel, 27, killed John McLean, 68, who was a former State Senate candidate for District 17, in the crash nearly two years ago.

Creel was found guilty of murder, aggravated DUI with a suspended license, and criminal damage of $10,000 or more.

The verdict came down on the eighth day of the trial.

After the verdict was reached, Creel was taken into custody, and he is scheduled to be sentenced on January 4, 2027.