Father of slain Australian surfers testifies at Mexico homicide trial

Three men are on trial in Ensenada for the April 2024 killing of Australian brothers Jake Robinson, 30, and Callum Robinson, 33, along with their 30‑year‑old American friend Jack Carter Rhoad. The trial entered its second day on Tuesday, when the father of the Robinson brothers took the stand and described how his life had been turned into “hell” since the incident. Prosecutors have charged the defendants with homicide, while defense attorneys have yet to present their case.

The victims were on a surfing trip along Mexico’s Pacific coast when they were shot and killed, an event that sparked diplomatic concern in both Australia and the United States. The trial, which is being closely watched by foreign governments, aims to determine each defendant’s responsibility for the deaths. As proceedings continue, the court is expected to deliver a verdict later this year, concluding a high‑profile case that has drawn international attention.