Former Las Vegas Politician Convicted of Murdering Investigative Journalist

Robert Telles found guilty in the 2022 fatal stabbing of Jeff German, who reported on his misconduct in office.

Jury deliberated for nearly 12 hours after an 11-day trial, resulting in a guilty verdict for Robert Telles.
German's reporting had exposed Telles' alleged affair and workplace misconduct, leading to Telles losing his reelection bid.
Prosecutors presented DNA evidence linking Telles to the crime, while Telles claimed he was framed.
Telles faces a potential life sentence, with the penalty phase of the trial to determine his exact punishment.
German was the only journalist killed in the U.S. in 2022, emphasizing the risks faced by investigative reporters.