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District Attorney Seeks Death Penalty for Undocumented Immigrants Accused of Murder in Nungaray Case

News RoomBy News RoomDecember 13, 2024
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The Harris County District Attorney’s office is pursuing the death penalty for two Venezuelan nationals, Franklin Pena, 26, and Johan Martinez-Rangel, 22, accused of the capital murder of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray. The decision, announced by District Attorney Kim Ogg, stems from the heinous nature of the crime, which involved kidnapping, sexual assault, and the application of fatal pressure to the young girl’s neck. The suspects, alleged members of the violent Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, are believed to have entered the United States illegally shortly before the June slaying. Their subsequent indictment on capital murder charges paved the way for the district attorney’s pursuit of the death penalty.

District Attorney Ogg emphasized that the decision to seek the death penalty was made after careful consideration of the evidence and consultation with Nungaray’s parents, who support the move. The prosecution believes a Texas jury will deliver a death sentence based on the overwhelming evidence against the defendants. Ogg further stressed that the pursuit of the death penalty sends a clear message that individuals, particularly those in the country illegally, will face the full consequences of the law for committing heinous crimes, regardless of their background.

The case has garnered national attention and become a focal point in the debate surrounding immigration policy. Jocelyn Nungaray’s mother, Alexis Nungaray, testified before the House Homeland Security Committee in September, highlighting the devastating impact of illegal immigrant crime on American citizens. She recounted the horrifying details of her daughter’s murder, alleging the suspects threw Jocelyn’s body off a bridge in an attempt to dispose of evidence. She attributed the tragedy to the Biden administration’s border policies, which she believes allowed the suspects to remain in the country after their apprehension.

Nungaray’s mother also criticized the Alternatives to Detention program, suggesting it contributed to the tragedy by allowing the suspects to remain free within the United States. This program, designed to manage individuals awaiting immigration proceedings, has been a source of contention, with critics arguing it insufficiently deters individuals from absconding and potentially committing crimes. Nungaray’s testimony served to personalize the broader debate about immigration enforcement and border security, underscoring the human cost of these complex policy issues.

District Attorney Ogg echoed some of these criticisms, attributing the tragedy to the “Democratic policies of open borders.” She expressed the view that stricter immigration enforcement, such as the “Justice for Jocelyn Act” proposed by Senator Ted Cruz or policies advocated by former President Trump, could have prevented the crime. Ogg underscored the devastating impact of the crime on Nungaray’s family, emphasizing the injustice of their loss and the need for preventative measures to protect American citizens from similar tragedies.

The pursuit of the death penalty in this case represents a significant development in the legal proceedings. While the district attorney’s office has expressed confidence in the strength of their case, the defendants will have the opportunity to present their defense and challenge the evidence presented by the prosecution. The trial will undoubtedly be closely watched, given the sensitive nature of the case and its implications for broader discussions about immigration, border security, and criminal justice. Furthermore, the verdict will ultimately determine the fate of the accused and offer a measure of closure to Jocelyn Nungaray’s grieving family.

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