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Two Venezuelan Migrants Charged in Texas Girl's Murder

Suspects allegedly lured and killed 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray after crossing US border illegally.

  • Johan Jose Rangel Martinez and Franklin Jose Pena Ramos are charged with capital murder.
  • Both suspects had been released with ankle monitors after crossing the border illegally.
  • One suspect removed his ankle monitor shortly after the murder, complicating ICE efforts.
  • The case highlights concerns over the US's Alternatives to Detention program.
  • Houston police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Nungaray's death.
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