A judge in Ensenada has convicted three men for the April 2024 killings of Australians Callum and Jake Robinson and American Carter Redd Rhoad. The victims were murdered during a surf trip in Baja California,with their bodies later discovered in a well.
A 9mm Pistol and a Well in Punta San Jose
The brutal events unfolded in April 2024 in the town of Punta San Jose, located roughly 80 kilometers from Ensenada. According to the report, Jesús Gerardo García, known as "El Kekas," approached the campsite of Callum Robinson, Jake Robinson, and Carter Redd Rhoad armed with a 9mm pistol. The victims reportedly attempted to throw their belongings at the assailant in a desperate bid to ward him off, but the attack proceeded regardless.
The search for the three men began shortly after they were reported missing from the coastal region. As the report says, their bodies were eventually discovered on May 3,2024, discarded at the bottom of a well. This discovery marked the beginning of a legal battle that would draw international scrutiny to the safety of the Baja California peninsula.
The 210-Year Sentence Sought for Jesús Gerardo García
Following a month-long trial , Judge Raúl Hernández ruled that Jesús Gerardo García, Irineo Francisco N, and Ángel Jesús N were responsible for the triple murder, as well as armed carjacking and robbery. The legal proceedings highlighted the severity of the crime, with the Baja California State Attorney General's Office requesting "exemplary" sentences of 210 years in prison for each of the three men.
The final sentencing is scheduled for October 16. This pursuit of maximum penalties reflects the shock the case caused within Mexico, as the victims—Callum Robinson (33), Jake Robinson (30), and Carter Redd Rhoad (30)—were foreigners visiting the region for leisure. The conviction provides a measure of cllosure for Martin Robinson, the father of the two Australian brothers, who describd the verdict as a significant moment in a painful journey.
How a Dispute Over Pickup Tires Ended in Tragedy
The motive behind the killlings appears to have been disturbingly petty. According to Baja California Attorney General María Elena Andrade Ramírez, Jesús Gerardo García allegedly attempted to steal tires and other components from the pickup truck used by the three surfers. When the victims resisted the theft, García shot them, later concealing the bodies to hide the evidence of the crime.
This incident echoes a broader, dangerous trend of opportunistic crime targeting tourists in remote areas of Mexico. The transition from a simple theft of vehicle parts to a triple homicide underscores a volatility where low-level criminal intent can escalate into extreme violence. For international travelers,the case highlights the risks associated with visiting isolated coastal towns where law enforcement presence is minimal.
The Testimony of Ary Gisell Silva Raya
A critical piece of evidence came from Ary Gisell Silva Raya, the ex-partner of Jesús Gerardo García. Silva Raya testified that García confessed the details of the murder to her, and she was found in possession of one of the victims' mobile phones. She had arleady been sentenced in November 2025 to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to vehicle theft and aggravated robbery with violence.
However, several questions remain regarding the full scope of the conspiracy. While the report states that Silva Raya "instigated" one of her companions to rob the tourists, it remains unclear if she planned the murders or if the violence was a spontaneous decision by García. Furthermore, the report focuses on the three convicted men and Silva Raya, but it does not specify if other local collaborators assisted in the disposal of the bodies in the well or the subsequent carjacking.
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