Accused killers of American and Australian surfers go on trial in Mexico
Also reported by Guardian World
Summary
Three men have gone on trial in Mexico for killing two Australian brothers and one American surfer during a suspected robbery in 2024. The victims were shot while camping near Ensenada, Baja California, and their bodies were found days later in a cliff-top shaft.Key Facts
- The victims were Australians Jake and Callum Robinson and their American friend Jack Carter Rhoad.
- They were on a surfing trip in April 2024 when they were attacked and killed.
- The attackers tried to steal their pickup truck, which was later found burned.
- The victims’ bodies showed gunshot wounds to the head and were discovered on May 3, 2024.
- Three men are now on trial for the murders in Ensenada, Mexico.
- One witness, the stepson of an accused, testified about the attack while hiding his face.
- Ary Gisell Silva was previously sentenced to 20 years for encouraging the robbery to steal tires.
- The case caused grief in Australia and the U.S. and drew widespread attention on social media.
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