The father of two Australian surfers killed in Mexico two years ago testified in court that his life had been turned into hell as the high-profile trial continued into its second day.
Three men are on trial for the killing of Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson, aged 30 and 33, and their 30-year-old American friend Jack Carter Rhoad, who were on a surfing trip to Mexico’s Pacific coast in April 2024. Authorities say the men were killed during an attempted robbery, and their bodies were found dumped in a cliff-top shaft with gunshot wounds to their heads.
The victims’ father, Martin Robinson, described the ordeal of identifying his sons’ bodies, while Rhoad’s mother, Page, compared the crime to an execution. The trial is expected to continue until the end of September, with Rhoad’s widow scheduled to testify on Wednesday.
Why it matters
The trial directly affects the families of the victims, who have expressed profound grief and loss over the deaths of their loved ones.
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What to watch
The trial will continue with further testimony, including Rhoad’s widow, who is scheduled to speak on Wednesday.
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