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Suspects Detained in Tragic Killing of Surfers in Mexico

Three suspects are in custody following the murder of two Australian brothers and an American friend during a surfing trip in Baja California.

  • The victims, identified as Callum and Jake Robinson, and Jack Carter Rhoad, were found dead with gunshot wounds in a remote well.
  • Authorities charged one suspect with forced disappearance and expect to file murder charges soon; two others are detained under drug charges.
  • The incident is suspected to have stemmed from an attempted theft of the victims' truck for its tires.
  • Local and international responses include protests demanding better protection for tourists and heartfelt tributes from the victims' families.
  • Investigations suggest potential involvement of local cartels, although officials have not confirmed these claims.
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