Who is Jose Ibarra? Venezuelan migrant found guilty of killing Laken Riley
1 month ago

Who is Jose Ibarra? Venezuelan migrant found guilty of killing Laken Riley

Hindustan Times  

A Venezuelan man has been convicted of murder in the killing of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley, a case that fueled the national debate over immigration during this year’s presidential race. Jose Ibarra reacts as he listens through an interpreter during the second day of his trial at the Athens-Clarke County Superior Court on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, in Athens, Ga. Jose Ibarra is facing charges for the murder of Laken Hope Riley, whose body was found on the University of Georgia campus in February. Jose Ibarra was charged with murder and other crimes in Riley’s February death, and the guilty verdict was reached on Wednesday by Athens-Clarke County Superior Court Judge H. Patrick Haggard. Prosecutor Sheila Ross told the judge that Ibarra encountered Riley while she was running on the University of Georgia campus on Feb. 22 and killed her during a struggle.

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Man convicted in Georgia nursing student’s killing asks for a new trial
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Man convicted in Georgia nursing student’s killing asks for a new trial

LA Times  

Jose Ibarra listens through an interpreter last month during his trial at Athens-Clarke County Superior Court in Athens, Ga. The Venezuelan man convicted of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley and sentenced to serve life in prison without parole has requested a new trial. Athens-Clarke County Superior Court Judge H. Patrick Haggard found Jose Ibarra guilty of murder and other …

Laken Riley followed all the safety precautions. But she was still attacked and killed while out for run
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Laken Riley followed all the safety precautions. But she was still attacked and killed while out for run

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Riley texted her mother, Allyson Phillips, that morning …

Georgia DA blasted after Laken Riley's killer escapes death penalty, ‘She let her radical political agenda…’
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1 month ago

Georgia DA blasted after Laken Riley's killer escapes death penalty, ‘She let her radical political agenda…’

Hindustan Times  

The progressive Georgia district attorney who was prosecuting Jose Antonio Ibarra, Georgia nursing student Laken Riley’s killer, has triggered outrage after the suspect dodged the death penalty and was instead sentenced to life without parole. Gonzalez stated that her office would “no longer seek the death penalty,” and that while considering charging suspects, she would “take into account collateral consequences …

Trump shares scathing statement after Laken Riley's killer sentenced to life without parole, ‘Time to secure our border’
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1 month ago

Trump shares scathing statement after Laken Riley's killer sentenced to life without parole, ‘Time to secure our border’

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump shared a scathing statement after Georgia nursing student Laken Riley’s killer, Jose Antonio Ibarra, was sentenced to life without parole. Donald Trump shares scathing statement after Laken Riley's killer, Jose Antonio Ibarra, sentenced to life without parole In a Truth Social post, the president-elect wrote, “JUSTICE FOR LAKEN RILEY! Although the pain and heartbreak will last forever, hopefully …

Man Found Guilty Of Murdering Laken Riley
1 month ago

Man Found Guilty Of Murdering Laken Riley

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING ATHENS, Ga. — The Venezuelan man convicted in the killing of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Jose Ibarra was charged with murder and other crimes in Riley’s February death, and the guilty verdict was reached on Wednesday by Athens-Clarke County Superior Court Judge H. Patrick …

Man convicted of killing Laken Riley sentenced to life in prison without parole
1 month ago

Man convicted of killing Laken Riley sentenced to life in prison without parole

Associated Press  

ATHENS, Ga. — The Venezuelan man convicted of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in a case that became a flashpoint in the national debate over immigration. Jose Ibarra was charged with murder and other crimes in Riley’s February death, and Wednesday’s guilty verdict was reached by Athens-Clarke …

Man convicted of killing Laken Riley sentenced to life in prison without parole
1 month ago

Man convicted of killing Laken Riley sentenced to life in prison without parole

LA Times  

Jose Ibarra listens through an interpreter during his trial in Athens, Ga., on Wednesday. Riley’s killing added fuel to the national debate over immigration when federal authorities said Ibarra illegally entered the U.S. in 2022 and was allowed to stay in the country while he pursued his immigration case. “Laken Riley herself has given you all the evidence you need” …

Prosecution rests in trial over death of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley
1 month ago

Prosecution rests in trial over death of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley

LA Times  

Prosecutors finished calling witnesses Tuesday in the trial of the man accused of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley, and the defense began presenting its case but quickly ran into snags. The prosecution rested its case Tuesday afternoon after calling more than a dozen law enforcement officers, Riley’s roommate and a woman who lived in an apartment with Ibarra to …

Agent says GPS data puts Georgia student Laken Riley in same area as man accused in her death
1 month ago

Agent says GPS data puts Georgia student Laken Riley in same area as man accused in her death

Associated Press  

ATHENS, Ga. — An FBI special agent testified Monday that electronic location data seems to place Georgia nursing student Laken Riley and the man accused of killing her in the same wooded area at the time of her death. FBI Special Agent James Burnie told the court Monday that he reviewed location data from Ibarra’s cellphone and Riley’s cellphone and …

Live updates: The murder trial of man accused of killing UGA student Laken Riley
54 years, 11 months ago

Live updates: The murder trial of man accused of killing UGA student Laken Riley

CNN  

Here are some of the main figures in the murder trial: The victim: Laken Riley, 22, was a UGA student until May 2023 before studying nursing at Augusta’s College of Nursing campus in Athens. A supporter holds a sign with a photo of Laken Riley before Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally on March …

Laken Riley death: Key takeaways from day one of Georgia murder trial
1 month, 1 week ago

Laken Riley death: Key takeaways from day one of Georgia murder trial

CNN  

CNN — About a half dozen people, including at least one of Laken Riley’s relatives, left an Athens, Georgia, courtroom to avoid seeing videos and images of the nursing student’s lifeless body. “ put on a black hat, a hoodie-style jacket and some black kitchen-style disposable gloves, and he went hunting for females on the University of Georgia’s campus,” prosecutor …

Laken Riley death: Key takeaways from day one of Georgia murder trial
1 month, 1 week ago

Laken Riley death: Key takeaways from day one of Georgia murder trial

CNN  

CNN — About a half dozen people, including at least one of Laken Riley’s relatives, left an Athens, Georgia, courtroom to avoid seeing videos and images of the nursing student’s lifeless body. “ put on a black hat, a hoodie-style jacket and some black kitchen-style disposable gloves, and he went hunting for females on the University of Georgia’s campus,” prosecutor …

Georgia student’s gruesome murder details reignite immigration debate as Venezuelan goes on trial
1 month, 1 week ago

Georgia student’s gruesome murder details reignite immigration debate as Venezuelan goes on trial

Live Mint  

The trial of Jose Ibarra, the man accused of murdering a Georgia nursing student, has reignited the national immigration debate that shaped much of the 2024 election cycle. Ibarra, a Venezuelan national charged with killing 22-year-old Laken Hope Riley in February, is facing multiple charges, including malice murder and kidnapping. Ibarra faces multiple charges in murder of Laken Hope Riley …

Trial begins for the man accused of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley
1 month, 1 week ago

Trial begins for the man accused of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley

LA Times  

Jose Ibarra, accused of killing a Georgia nursing student this year, listens through an interpreter during his trial at Athens-Clarke County Superior Court on Friday in Athens, Ga. A Venezuelan man “went hunting for females on the University of Georgia’s campus” this year and ended up killing nursing student Laken Riley after a struggle, a prosecutor said Friday. “When Laken …

Murder trial begins for man accused of killing Georgia student Laken Riley
1 month, 1 week ago

Murder trial begins for man accused of killing Georgia student Laken Riley

NPR  

Murder trial begins for man accused of killing Georgia student Laken Riley toggle caption Mike Stewart/AP During the recent election cycle, the murder of 22-year-old college student Laken Riley drew national attention, fueling an emotional and politically charged debate over immigration and crime after authorities said the suspect was an undocumented immigrant. How Riley's death became a focal point in …

Man waives jury trial in killing of Georgia nursing student
1 month, 1 week ago

Man waives jury trial in killing of Georgia nursing student

Associated Press  

ATHENS, Ga. — A man on Tuesday waived his right to a jury trial in the killing of a Georgia nursing student, a case that became a flashpoint in the national immigration debate. Prosecutor Sheila Ross told the judge that Ibarra’s attorneys contacted her last week to say that he wanted to waive his right to a jury trial, meaning …

Man waives jury trial in killing of Georgia nursing student
1 month, 1 week ago

Man waives jury trial in killing of Georgia nursing student

LA Times  

Jose Ibarra, accused of killing nursing student Laken Hope Riley, appears in court in Athens, Ga., on Oct. 11. A man on Tuesday waived his right to a jury trial in the killing of a Georgia nursing student, a case that became a flashpoint in the national immigration debate. After questioning Ibarra with the aid of a translator, Athens-Clarke County …

Laken Riley murder suspect seen in video ditching bloody clothes, gloves shortly after killing: report
3 months, 1 week ago

Laken Riley murder suspect seen in video ditching bloody clothes, gloves shortly after killing: report

Hindustan Times  

Prosecutors in the Laken Riley murder case have been fighting back against the suspect’s attempt to suppress evidence, including videos that allegedly show him ditching bloody clothes shortly after the murder. Laken Riley murder suspect Jose Antonio Ibarra seen in video ditching bloody clothes, gloves shortly after killing: report Last month, the suspect requested a hearing to potentially suppress certain …

Chilling video shows Laken Riley murder suspect 'carrying out evil act' moments after brutal killing of Georgia nursing student
3 months, 1 week ago

Chilling video shows Laken Riley murder suspect 'carrying out evil act' moments after brutal killing of Georgia nursing student

Daily Mail  

Surveillance footage captured Georgia nursing student Laken Riley's accused killer throwing a bloodied jacket and gloves into a dumpster shortly after her murder, prosecutors claim. Laken Riley, 22, was murdered while out on a run in February Jose Ibarra, a 26-year-old undocumented immigrant from Venezuela, has been charged with her death 'The dumpster video further shows the Latino male was …

Attorneys for man charged with killing Georgia nursing student ask judge to move trial
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Attorneys for man charged with killing Georgia nursing student ask judge to move trial

Associated Press  

ATHENS, Ga. — Attorneys for a man accused of killing a nursing student whose body was found on the University of Georgia campus have asked a judge to move the case to another county. Finding an impartial jury in Athens-Clarke County to consider the murder and other charges against Jose Ibarra for the killing of Laken Hope Riley is impossible, …

Laken Riley's mother sobs in court as illegal migrant Jose Ibarra pleads not guilty to her murder
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Laken Riley's mother sobs in court as illegal migrant Jose Ibarra pleads not guilty to her murder

Daily Mail  

Laken Riley's heartbroken mother was seen sobbing in court today as the undocumented migrant accused of the 22-year-old's murder pleaded not guilty. Riley's mother Allyson Phillips began crying as Laken Riley's alleged killer Jose Ibarra entered the courtroom on Friday Jose Ibarra, 26, is charged with murder, aggravated assault, kidnapping and other crimes in the February killing of the nursing …

Not guilty plea for suspect in killing of nursing student found on University of Georgia campus
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Not guilty plea for suspect in killing of nursing student found on University of Georgia campus

Associated Press  

ATHENS, Ga. — A man accused of killing a nursing student whose body was found on the University of Georgia campus pleaded not guilty Friday to murder and other charges in her death. A grand jury in early May returned an indictment charging Jose Ibarra, 26, with murder, aggravated assault, kidnapping and other crimes in the February killing of Laken …

Man indicted in killing of Laken Riley, a Georgia case at the center of national immigration debate
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Man indicted in killing of Laken Riley, a Georgia case at the center of national immigration debate

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — A Georgia man has been indicted on murder charges by grand jurors who said he intended to rape a nursing student whose body was found near a running trail on the University of Georgia campus. It is the first time such a motive has been revealed in the February killing of Laken Hope Riley, which has become a …

Man indicted in Georgia murder case at center of national immigration debate
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Man indicted in Georgia murder case at center of national immigration debate

LA Times  

A Georgia man has been indicted on murder charges by grand jurors who said he intended to rape a nursing student whose body was found near a running trail on the University of Georgia campus. Republicans have used the murder case against Jose Ibarra, a Venezuelan citizen, to stoke fears about immigration by claiming that some immigrants would commit violent …

Opinion: Laken Riley’s killing does reflect a broader danger. But it isn’t ‘immigrant crime’
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Opinion: Laken Riley’s killing does reflect a broader danger. But it isn’t ‘immigrant crime’

LA Times  

Americans have become all too familiar with Jose Antonio Ibarra, the man accused of killing nursing student Laken Riley on the University of Georgia campus. Locally and nationally, collective grief turned to collective vilification as politicians, pundits and others asserted that illegal immigration is driving a “ crime wave ” that Riley’s killing exemplified. The World Health Organization has identified …

Nancy Pelosi is slammed for criticizing Joe Biden calling Laken Riley murder suspect an 'illegal' as far-left congresswoman says he should have said 'undocumented'
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Nancy Pelosi is slammed for criticizing Joe Biden calling Laken Riley murder suspect an 'illegal' as far-left congresswoman says he should have said 'undocumented'

Daily Mail  

This video is no longer available This video is no longer available Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi is slammed for insisting that Joe Biden should have called Laken Riley's suspected murdered 'undocumented' rather than 'illegal.' The president flubbed the name of Laken Riley, a 22-year-old Georgia nursing student was killed while out jogging on February 22, during Thursday's …

Laken Riley's mother joins #SayHerName campaign, many ask why is Joe Biden silent?
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Laken Riley's mother joins #SayHerName campaign, many ask why is Joe Biden silent?

Hindustan Times  

#SayHerName - Laken Riley's mother and many others have joined an online campaign to seek justice for young Georgia University student, who was brutally murdered by an illegal immigrant. The nursing student's murder has sparked a political storm in United States with Donald Trump and many other Republicans questioning US President Joe Biden's silence on the issue. #SayHerName campaign ensues …

Laken Riley's mom breaks silence days after her murder: 'Senseless and avoidable tragedy’
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Laken Riley's mom breaks silence days after her murder: 'Senseless and avoidable tragedy’

Hindustan Times  

Murdered Georgia woman Laken Riley’s mother, Allyson Phillips, has broken her silence days after her daughter’s death. The murder of Georgia nursing student Laken Hope Riley, 22, has sent shockwaves across the US ‘Senseless and avoidable tragedy’ Taking to Facebook, Phillips wrote, “As I sat down to write this message, I really just have no words. I give Him all …

Laken Riley tried to call 911, put up a brave fight before being killed: Report
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Laken Riley tried to call 911, put up a brave fight before being killed: Report

Hindustan Times  

It has been revealed that Georgia nursing student Laken Riley desperately tried to call 911 when her murder suspect, Jose Antonio Ibarra, attacked her in the morning as she went for a run. The murder of Georgia nursing student Laken Hope Riley, 22, has sent shockwaves across the US Ibarra likely panicked and went on to crush her skull when …

Neighbors say Venezuelan migrant accused of Laken Riley's brutal murder on UGA campus sat outside and watched her running path 'all day long' - and 'was caught on camera dumping bloody clothes in tras
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Neighbors say Venezuelan migrant accused of Laken Riley's brutal murder on UGA campus sat outside and watched her running path 'all day long' - and 'was caught on camera dumping bloody clothes in tras

Daily Mail  

Neighbors of the Venezuelan migrant accused of killing nursing student Laken Riley claimed he would watch the running path all day long and that he was seen on security cameras throwing out bloody clothes on the day of the attack. Laken Riley, 22, had been out jogging on the University of Georgia campus when she was attacked Here is one …

Murdered Laken Riley’s sister remembers her in heartbreaking post: ‘You are in heaven with the man you loved’
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Murdered Laken Riley’s sister remembers her in heartbreaking post: ‘You are in heaven with the man you loved’

Hindustan Times  

Georgia nursing student Laken Riley’s sister paid a heartbreaking tribute to her days after her tragic murder.Riley was found dead near a lake on the University of Georgia campus in Athens. Georgia nursing student Laken Riley’s sister paid a heartbreaking tribute to her days after her tragic murder “The best sister and my built in best friend from the very …

Laken Riley murder: Immigration laws under fire after new revelations about killer
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Laken Riley murder: Immigration laws under fire after new revelations about killer

Hindustan Times  

An official from Immigration and Customs Enforcement has claimed that Laken Riley’s murderer Jose Antonio Ibarra, an illegal immigrant, was previously arrested and released by the New York Police Department in 2023. "On Sept. 14, 2023, Ibarra was arrested by the New York Police Department and charged with acting in a manner to injure a child less than 17 and …

Republicans demand Alejandro Mayorkas hand over information on illegal migrant from Venezuela charged with brutal murder of Laken Riley
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Republicans demand Alejandro Mayorkas hand over information on illegal migrant from Venezuela charged with brutal murder of Laken Riley

Daily Mail  

House Republicans are now calling on DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to turn over any information about the illegal immigrant who is charged with murdering a nursing student. The undocumented Venezuelan migrant stands charged with last week's brutal murder of University of Georgia student Laken Riley, 22. Republicans on the House Judiciary Committee are demanding Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas turn …

Murdered Georgia nursing student Laken Riley suffered 'disfigured SKULL' after being beaten to death with mystery object 'by illegal immigrant from Venezuela'
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Murdered Georgia nursing student Laken Riley suffered 'disfigured SKULL' after being beaten to death with mystery object 'by illegal immigrant from Venezuela'

Daily Mail  

Murdered nursing student Laken Riley suffered a disfigured skull after being beaten to death by an undocumented Venezuelan immigrant. Murdered nursing student Laken Riley suffered a disfigured skull after being beaten to death by undocumented Venezuelan immigrant Jose Ibarra, 26, is accused of using a mystery object as a weapon to kill the 22-year-old Augusta University student Police say he …

Laken Riley's family releases statement days after her murder: ‘Amazing daughter, sister, friend’
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Laken Riley's family releases statement days after her murder: ‘Amazing daughter, sister, friend’

Hindustan Times  

The family of slain Georgia nursing student Laken Hope Riley have released a statement honouring her memory. The nursing student at Augusta University died from "blunt force trauma.” Police later took into custody 26-year-old Jose Antonio Ibarra, an illegal immigrant. The murder of Georgia nursing student Laken Hope Riley, 22, has sent shockwaves across the US Laken Riley’s family’s statement …

Laken Riley's devastated family break silence after she was slain while on a run at University of Georgia - remembering her as an 'amazing daughter, sister, friend' as illegal immigrant is held for he
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Laken Riley's devastated family break silence after she was slain while on a run at University of Georgia - remembering her as an 'amazing daughter, sister, friend' as illegal immigrant is held for he

Daily Mail  

The family of murdered Laken Riley have broken their silence after the University of Georgia nursing student was killed while out on a run. Riley's mother Allyson Phillips shared photos and a video of Riley during the Augusta University nursing program's white coat ceremony on Facebook in August 2023 UGA murder victim was killed by 'blunt force trauma' police investigating …

Brother of suspect in nursing student's killing had fake green card, feds say
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Brother of suspect in nursing student's killing had fake green card, feds say

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The brothers, Jose and Diego …

Illegal migrant from Venezuela is arrested for murder of UGA nursing student Laken Riley: Was released from CBP custody because of overcrowding
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Illegal migrant from Venezuela is arrested for murder of UGA nursing student Laken Riley: Was released from CBP custody because of overcrowding

Daily Mail  

An illegal immigrant freed because of lack of detention space is now accused of murdering a 22 year-old University of Georgia student after she went for a run. Jose Antonio Ibarra, 26, has been identified and charged for allegedly murdering nursing student Laken Riley, 22, at the University of Georgia in Athens Riley, 22, was found dead Thursday afternoon after …

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