Alexis Nungaray, mother of slain 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray, decries the tragic loss of her daughter, demanding justice and condemning the alleged illegal immigrant suspects as "monsters."
In the wake of the heinous murder of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray in Houston, Alexis Nungaray, the heartbroken mother, has raised her voice, expressing her anguish and demanding justice for her beloved daughter.
"She had such a bright future ahead of her," said Alexis Nungaray, her voice choked with emotion. "These monsters took that opportunity from her."
Mother of Slain 12-Year-Old Calls for Justice, Condemns Murderers as "Monsters
The two suspects, Franklin Jose Pena Ramos, 26, and Johan Jose Rangel Martinez, 21, both illegal immigrants from Venezuela, have been charged with capital murder. Pena Ramos, who has been deemed a flight risk, had his bail set at $10 million during his first court appearance.
Alexis Nungaray expressed her determination to fight for her daughter's justice. "I was a teen mom," she said. "I fought for her at 15. I'm 27 now, I'm still fighting for her."
Mother of Slain 12-Year-Old Calls for Justice, Condemns Murderers as "Monsters
Her words echoed the pain and anger felt by the family, who have lost an innocent life senselessly. "She was a very special little girl that deserves her justice," Alexis Nungaray continued. "I know she is going to make a difference in this world for all children."
Prosecutors allege that Pena Ramos and Rangel Martinez lured Jocelyn to her death under a bridge, where they held her for over two hours, tied her up, and strangled her before dumping her body in a bayou.
Mother of Slain 12-Year-Old Calls for Justice, Condemns Murderers as "Monsters
The Harris County District Attorney, Kim Ogg, has pledged to seek the same bond for Rangel Martinez as for Pena Ramos. "If our lab results support a death penalty-eligible type of capital murder, then we will come back and ask for no bond," she said.
Alexis Nungaray, shaken but resolute, thanked the community for their support. "It's been a very, very hard time," she said. "But the amount of support I've been getting from everybody, it's from the bottom of my heart so appreciated."
Mother of Slain 12-Year-Old Calls for Justice, Condemns Murderers as "Monsters
The tragedy has sparked outrage and raised concerns about the presence of illegal immigrants in the country. It comes amid a heated debate over immigration policy and the safety of citizens.
Fox News has confirmed that Pena Ramos and Rangel Martinez entered the U.S. illegally before being released from custody. The incident has drawn scrutiny from the White House, which has been criticized for its lack of response to the deaths of Rachel Morin and Jocelyn Nungaray, two girls allegedly killed by illegal immigrants.
Mother of Slain 12-Year-Old Calls for Justice, Condemns Murderers as "Monsters
Investigators used surveillance video to track the movements of Pena Ramos and Rangel Martinez. They were seen walking with Jocelyn to a convenience store and then to the bridge where the murder is believed to have occurred. The suspects then walked back to their apartment, leaving Jocelyn's body behind.
The family of Jocelyn Nungaray is grappling with an unimaginable loss. Alexis Nungaray's words are a testament to her unwavering love for her daughter and her determination to seek justice. The case highlights the devastating consequences of senseless violence and the need for a comprehensive approach to immigration and public safety.
Mother of Slain 12-Year-Old Calls for Justice, Condemns Murderers as "Monsters
