A Mexican judge is expected to issue a verdict in the high-profile murder trial of three men accused of killing Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and their American friend Carter Rhoad. The victims were on a surfing trip in Baja California in 2024 when they were fatally shot during an alleged robbery. As the trial concludes, the Robinson brothers’ parents, Martin and Debra, are scheduled to address the court before the final decision is handed down.

Key facts

  • Jake Robinson (30), Callum Robinson (33), and Carter Rhoad (30) were killed during a 2024 surfing trip.
  • The killings took place in Mexico's Baja California state during an alleged robbery.
  • Three men are on trial for the murders.
  • The victims' parents, Martin and Debra Robinson, will address the court before the verdict.
  • The trial is concluding with a judge's verdict expected shortly.

Why it matters

The case is a high-profile international murder trial involving the deaths of foreign tourists in Mexico.

The Guardian

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