Anthony Bechand sentenced for murder of girlfriend in Cohoes
Luis Martinez
Luis Martinez
Reporter · Albany, NY
Luis Martinez, a proud Albany native, has spent the past 5 years reporting on community issues and grassroots movements. He earned his degree from The City University of New York and has previously worked for various local newspapers, focusing on stories that highlight community resilience and activism.
More from Luis →Reporter · Friday, November 13, 2026 at 7:33 PM · 1 min read
Anthony Bechand of Cohoes was sentenced to 20 years to life in prison on Friday for the 2025 murder of his former girlfriend, Amanda Rodriguez.