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Democrat Robert Telles Sentenced to Life for Murdering Journalist Jeff German
Aug 28, 2024, 08:15 PM
A Nevada jury has found former Clark County Public Administrator Robert Telles, a Democrat, guilty of first-degree murder for the fatal stabbing of Las Vegas Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German. The verdict was reached after the jury deliberated for several days. Telles was accused of killing German in September 2022, following a series of critical articles written by the journalist about Telles' misconduct in office. The case has drawn significant attention due to its implications for press freedom and the safety of journalists. Telles has been sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 20 years.
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