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Serial Killer Raul Meza Jr. Sentenced to Life in Prison Without Parole

Meza, who previously served time for a 1982 murder, accepted a plea deal for two new murder charges, avoiding the death penalty.

  • Raul Meza Jr. pled guilty to the 2019 murder of Gloria Lofton and the 2023 murder of Jesse Fraga.
  • Meza had previously served 11 years for the 1982 murder of 8-year-old Kendra Page before being released early.
  • The plea deal ensures Meza will spend the rest of his life in prison without the possibility of parole.
  • Victims' families expressed disappointment, preferring a trial and the pursuit of the death penalty.
  • Authorities suspect Meza may be connected to up to 10 other homicides, highlighting investigative missteps in previous cases.
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