Mexican court convicts three in 2024 murders of Australian, US surfers

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A Mexican judge on Friday found three men guilty of the 2024 murders of two Australian brothers and their American friend during a surf trip to the state of Baja California. Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson, 30 and 33, and friend Carter Rhoad, 30, were killed on a surfing trip, and their bodies were found at the bottom of a well. The case sparked outrage over violence in a region popular with tourists. A source at the court told Reuters of the verdict.

Why it matters：The verdict closes a case that highlighted tourist safety risks in Mexico and drew international attention.

Key points

  • Three men were convicted of the 2024 murders.
  • Victims were two Australian brothers and a US friend.
  • Bodies were found at the bottom of a well.

Sources (original reporting)

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