A Venezuelan man has been found guilty of murdering Georgia nursing student Laken Riley, a tragic case that has become a flashpoint in the heated national debate over immigration during this year's presidential race.
The conviction has reignited discussions about border policies and the challenges surrounding the intersection of immigration and public safety, highlighting the deeply divisive nature of the issue in the United States.
Jose Ibarra, 26, was convicted of murder and other charges in the February death of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley. The verdict was delivered Wednesday by Athens-Clarke County Superior Court Judge H. Patrick Haggard.
Ibarra had waived his right to a jury trial, leaving Judge Haggard solely responsible for hearing and deciding the case.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
This article includes reporting from The Associated Press
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