Predator’s reign of abuse ends with 60-year prison sentence

THE WOODLANDS, TX – A Montgomery County jury in the 221st District Court delivered a decisive 60-year prison sentence to 33-year-old Heriberto Hernandez, a resident of Honduras, after convicting him of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child.

The trial commenced on Monday, August 4, 2025, with Chief Prosecutor Laura Bond selecting a jury before the Honorable Judge Lisa Michalk. Over two days, jurors heard compelling testimony from six witnesses, including law enforcement, medical professionals, a forensic interviewer, the victim’s mother, and the child herself.

The 13-year-old victim bravely testified in open court, recounting the three years of abuse she suffered at the hands of the defendant. Her powerful testimony gave jurors a clear and compelling picture of the trauma she endured.

The investigation began when the victim’s mother discovered a series of letters between her daughter and the defendant. She turned the letters over to the Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office, whose investigators quickly launched an in-depth investigation that ultimately led to Hernandez’s arrest and prosecution.

On August 5, 2025, the jury returned a guilty verdict. During the punishment phase, Chief Prosecutor Laura Bond introduced additional evidence of Hernandez’s Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, further highlighting the danger he poses to the community. Bond urged the jury to hand down a strong sentence, telling them, “The only way to keep him from doing this again is to incarcerate him. He committed a horrible crime, and he is violent.”

The jury agreed, sentencing Hernandez to 60 years in prison — the full punishment Bond requested. Under Texas law, Hernandez will be eligible for parole after serving 30 years.

The Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office extends its sincere thanks to the Precinct 3 Constable’s Office for their thorough and dedicated work investigating this case and helping bring justice to a courageous young survivor.

Chief Prosecutor Laura Bond said, “Hernandez is a violent offender who committed a horrific crime against a child. The jury’s sentence reflects both the gravity of his actions and our commitment to protecting children in this community.”

District Attorney Brett Ligon said, “This case shows exactly what we stand for — protecting the vulnerable and making sure predators face real consequences. A 60-year sentence means Hernandez is done preying on children in Montgomery County.”