Former Nevada Politician Found Guilty of Murdering Journalist Jeff German

SOURCE abcnews.go.com
Former Nevada politician Robert Telles was found guilty of fatally stabbing journalist Jeff German in 2022 after German exposed corruption in Telles' office. Telles claimed he was framed in a conspiracy, but DNA evidence linked him to the crime scene. Telles faces life in prison.

Key Points

  • Robert Telles found guilty of fatally stabbing journalist Jeff German
  • DNA evidence tied Telles to the crime scene
  • Telles claimed he was framed in a conspiracy
  • German's family and colleagues seek justice and remember him fondly

Pros

  • Justice served for the victim and his family
  • Message sent against silencing or harming journalists

Cons

  • Loss of life
  • Impact on Telles' family