Shandine John Sentenced to 10 Years for DUI Vehicular Homicide
John drove with a revoked license and a 0.285 BAC when she struck and killed 44-year-old Michael Burnison on March 24, 2026; she received the maximum 10-year sentence.
On September 18, 2026, Shandine John was sentenced to 10 years in prison for a drunk-driving crash that killed 44-year-old Michael Burnison on March 24, 2026. The crash occurred about 4 p.m. near Hawkins and East Main streets in Cortez; John, who had a revoked license from a prior DUI, had a blood-alcohol content of 0.285. Multiple 911 calls and a REDDI report followed the collision (Montezuma County case #26CR44), and the Cortez Police Department urged the public to report suspected drunk drivers.