Plea Deal Reached in Edna Cheerleader's 2023 Murder Case
KHOU 11October 5, 20251 min886 views
6 connections·7 entities in this video→Plea Deal for Rafael Romero
- 🎯 A plea deal has been reached for Rafael Romero, accused in the 2023 murder of 16-year-old cheerleader Lizbeth Medina.
- 🗓️ Romero is scheduled to be sentenced today at the Jackson County courthouse.
- 📍 The accused was arrested by Texas Rangers in 2023 after being accused of stalking Medina prior to the attack.
Circumstances of the Death
- 💔 Lizbeth Medina was found stabbed to death in her family's bathtub in December 2023.
- 📣 Her death occurred shortly after she missed a Christmas parade where her cheer team was performing.
Family's Reaction and Vigil
- ⚖️ Lizbeth's mother, Jacqueline Medina, learned of the plea agreement this week and expressed a desire for the death penalty or life without parole for Romero.
- 🙏 The family plans to hold a prayer vigil outside the courthouse this morning for good energy as they prepare for the sentencing.
- 📺 Live coverage of the vigil and sentencing will be provided.
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