Laken Riley's Killer Sentenced to Life, Sparking Death Penalty Debate

Jose Ibarra, a Venezuelan man, has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for the murder of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley. Ibarra was found guilty of multiple charges, including malice murder and attempted sexual assault, by Judge H. Patrick Haggard in Athens, Georgia. The case, which did not mention Ibarra's immigration status during the trial, has fueled national debate over immigration policies. Prosecutors presented overwhelming evidence, including DNA and video footage, while the defense argued the evidence was circumstantial.