Mexican judge sentences three men to 158 years in prison for murders of Australian and US surfers
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Americas category. Published on October 16, 2026 • Originally reported by Kat Wong with agencies. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson, and their American friend Carter Rhoad, were killed while on a surf trip in Baja California in 2024
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A Mexican judge has sentenced three men to 158 years and nine months in prison each for the murder of two Australian brothers and their American friend during a 2024 surf trip to the state of Baja California.
The defendants were declared guilty a week ago of homicide, aggravated robbery, robbery with violence and vehicle theft with violence, crimes committed against Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson, and their American friend Carter Rhoad.
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