Jordan Ruby Sentenced to Life for 2021 Double Murder
The defendant received a sentence of 35 years to life following his guilty plea for the 2021 shootings.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Violence
Jordan Ruby was sentenced to 35 years to life in prison for his role in the 2021 shooting deaths of Clarice Yamaguchi and Hyo Sup Um. The court credited the defendant for 4.5 years already served in custody.
Why it matters
The sentencing concludes a portion of the legal proceedings stemming from the 2021 attack, which left two people dead. The legal process continues as the court prepares for the upcoming sentencing of a second defendant involved in the charges.
Jordan Ruby received a sentence of 35 years to life, with 4.5 years credited for time served. The court proceedings follow the deaths of victims Clarice Yamaguchi, 66, and Hyo Sup Um, 60.
The players
Jordan Ruby
The defendant who pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and attempted murder in the 2021 case.
Jesani Carter
A co-defendant who pleaded guilty to 13 charges including murder and robbery with a deadly weapon.
Clarice Yamaguchi
A 66-year-old victim who died in the 2021 shooting.
Hyo Sup Um
A 60-year-old victim who died in the 2021 shooting.
The details
Ruby entered a guilty plea for first-degree murder and attempted murder in connection with the December 31, 2021, shooting. The court finalized the sentence on September 24, 2026, after accounting for his prior time in custody. A second individual, Jesani Carter, previously entered a guilty plea to 13 charges including murder and robbery with a deadly weapon.
Timeline
December 31, 2021: Clarice Yamaguchi and Hyo Sup Um died in a shooting.
September 24, 2026: Jordan Ruby received his 35-year to life sentence.
October 8, 2026: Jesani Carter is scheduled for a sentencing hearing.
Beyond the Strip
This sentencing marks the primary legal resolution for the 2021 double homicide investigation. It follows the established pattern of complex, multi-defendant murder trials in Las Vegas courts.
Residents following this case should monitor court updates for the final hearing regarding the co-defendant. No additional public disruptions or local impacts are expected from this sentencing.
The takeaway
The court has finalized the sentence for Jordan Ruby regarding the 2021 shooting. Watch for the court's upcoming final sentencing hearing for Jesani Carter on October 8, 2026.
What happens next
The sentencing hearing for Jesani Carter is scheduled to take place on October 8, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by KSNV.
