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3 men found guilty in murders of tourists on Mexico surf trip

The two Australian brothers and their American friend were killed in 2024; the verdicts come after a case that drew attention across several countries.

On air: Gloria Vance and Kenji Moonfield on Best of BBN
Published 5:37 AM ET, Sunday, October 11, 2026

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First reported by The New York Times: “3 Men Found Guilty in Murders of Tourists on Mexico Surf Trip”.
Covered on BBN on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 5:37 AM ET on Best of BBN, by Gloria Vance and Kenji Moonfield.
Topics: Mexico.

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The New York Times3 Men Found Guilty in Murders of Tourists on Mexico Surf Trip

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Gloria Vance · World News AnchorIn Mexico, three men have been found guilty in the 2024 killings of two Australian brothers and their American friend, who were on a surf trip.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThe case drew international attention, and the New York Times reports the verdicts have now been delivered.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentThat's a long wait for the families. I hope the verdicts bring them some peace.

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