Man charged with murder in beating death case after turning himself into police

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IDAHO FALLS — A 20-year-old man turned himself into police and was arrested following a brutal alleged killing.

Robert Lange, of Idaho Falls, is charged with the second-degree murder of Alejandro Paredes-Hurtado.

Lange saw a police dashcam video released by the department and turned himself in at the Idaho Falls Police Complex about 11:15 a.m. Tuesday, according to a news release from the Idaho Falls Police Department.

He has been booked into the Bonneville County Jail.

"IFPD would like to thank our community for sharing information and sending in tips to assist the investigation," states the release. "We, again, offer our sincere condolences to the friends and family of Alejandro Paredes-Hurtado. Our department is committed to continuing the investigation and preparing a comprehensive case for the judicial process."

Paredas-Hurtado died after police say he was severely beaten and left on the sidewalk Saturday night.

The Idaho Falls Police Department says Paredas-Hurtado was found with "significant injuries" about 9:30 p.m. Saturday on the sidewalk along the west side of Northgate Mile near the intersection with May Street.

A GoFundMe* has been organized to help raise funds for Paredas-Hurtado's funeral.

"He was a brother, husband, father, friend and the most amazing grandpa anyone could have," according to the GoFundMe. "Our family is asking for anyone who is able to donate and help us with the medical bills and funeral costs through this difficult time."

The Idaho Falls Police Department says it believes Lange is the only suspect in the case, but the investigation is continuing into the circumstances that led to Paredas-Hurtado's death.

*KSL.com does not assure that the money deposited to the account will be applied for the benefit of the persons named as beneficiaries. If you are considering a deposit to the account, you should consult your own advisers and otherwise proceed at your own risk.

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