'THIS ISN'T RIGHT': FAMILY OF JOCELYN, 12, LURED, STRIPPED, STRANGLED TO BE SILENCED?
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The Crime Alert podcast delves into the tragic murder of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungry in Texas, focusing on the alleged actions of two Venezuelan migrants accused of her death. The podcast highlights the gruesome details of the murder, including evidence of torture and sexual assault, sparking outrage and calls for justice. The chapter explores the controversy surrounding a Texas judge's attempt to silence Jocelyn's family from speaking out about her murder, highlighting the public's frustration with the gag order. The podcast also examines the legal proceedings surrounding the case, including the defense's attempts to limit media coverage and the prosecution's efforts to obtain evidence. The episode discusses the broader implications of the case, highlighting the national attention it has garnered and the calls for change in response to the tragedy. The podcast focuses on the forensic evidence, including the rape kit and bite marks, and the ongoing efforts to obtain DNA evidence. The episode discusses the defendants' arrest and the ongoing legal proceedings, highlighting the broader issues of border security and the justice system. The podcast concludes with the mother's emotional testimony before Congress, detailing her experience and the ongoing search for justice.
Outlines
The Murder of Jocelyn Nungry: A Texas Tragedy
This chapter delves into the horrific murder of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungry in Texas, detailing the alleged actions of the two Venezuelan migrants accused of her death.
The Judge's Gag Order and Public Outrage
This chapter focuses on the controversy surrounding a Texas judge's attempt to silence Jocelyn Nungry's family from speaking out about her murder.
The Horrific Details of Jocelyn's Murder
This segment delves into the gruesome details of Jocelyn's murder, including the evidence of torture and sexual assault, sparking outrage and calls for justice.
The Family's Fight for Justice and Border Security
This chapter highlights the mother's testimony before Congress, urging for stronger border legislation in the wake of her daughter's murder.
Legal Battles and the Gag Order
This chapter discusses the legal proceedings surrounding the case, including the defense's attempts to limit media coverage and the prosecution's efforts to obtain evidence.
The Defendants' Arrest and the Broken System
This chapter discusses the defendants' arrest and the ongoing legal proceedings, highlighting the broader issues of border security and the justice system.
Keywords
Gag Order
A legal order that restricts parties involved in a legal case from speaking publicly about the case. It aims to prevent prejudicial information from reaching the jury.
Capital Murder
A crime that involves the intentional killing of another person, often with aggravating circumstances such as murder during a robbery or kidnapping.
Border Security
Measures taken to control and protect a country's borders, including physical barriers, immigration policies, and law enforcement efforts.
Rape Kit
A collection of evidence from a sexual assault victim, including swabs, clothing, and other materials, used to identify the perpetrator through DNA testing.
Undocumented Immigrant
A person who is living in a country without legal authorization, often crossing borders illegally.
Catalyst for Change
An event or person that triggers significant change or action, often in response to a crisis or tragedy.
Torture
The infliction of severe pain or suffering on a person, often for the purpose of extracting information or punishment.
Bite Marks
Injuries caused by teeth, often used as forensic evidence to identify a perpetrator.
Q&A
What are the key details of the murder of Jocelyn Nungry?
Jocelyn Nungry, a 12-year-old girl, was allegedly lured under a bridge by two Venezuelan migrants, Franklin Jose Pina Ramos and Johann Jose Rangel Martinez. They are accused of sexually assaulting her for hours, binding her hands and feet, and then strangling her to death. Her body was found stripped and dumped in a bayou.
Why is the judge's gag order causing controversy?
The judge's attempt to silence Jocelyn's family from speaking out about her murder is seen as an attempt to protect the defendants and limit public scrutiny of the case. Many believe it is unjust to silence the family's grief and their call for justice.
What evidence has been presented in the case?
Prosecutors have presented evidence of Jocelyn's injuries, including cuts, scratches, and bite marks. They have also revealed that one of the defendants was found with bite marks and scratches, suggesting a struggle. The rape kit and DNA testing are ongoing.
What are the broader implications of this case?
The case has sparked national attention, highlighting the issues of border security, the justice system's response to violent crimes, and the need for stronger protections for children. It has also raised questions about the effectiveness of the death penalty and the role of public outcry in seeking justice.
Show Notes
Attorneys for the two suspects in the murder of Jocelyn Nungaray are calling for a gag order in the case.
Judge Josh Hill ultimately denied the request, but in court documents urged everyone involved to refrain from making extrajudicial comments on the case.
The 12-year-old girl's family heard in harsh detail what happened to Jocelyn. Prosecutors say she fought like a superhero, fighting with her dying breath, leaving visible marks. Johan Jose Rangel Martinez and Franklin Jose Pena Ramos, tie her hands behind her back, bind her feet, take off her shirt, and abuse her for hours under a bridge in north Houston.
Even though the police and the prosecutor believe Jocelyn was raped before she was strangled, the suspects are not charged with sexual assault as the rape kit results are still pending. The Harris County District Attorney, Kim Ogg, says they believe the evidence is clear that a sexual assault likely took place, but the defendants are not admitting yet.
However, if the lab tests confirm that 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray was raped, the capital murder charge can be upgraded to one where they are death penalty eligible.
In a dramatic court scene, a family member of Jocelyn Nungaray shouts "murderer" at Rangel-Martinez, while another shouts in Spanish, "I hope they kill your children."
It has been reported the suspected murderer has two children.
Currently, both Martinez-Rangel and Peña are charged with capital murder, and a judge has set their bond at $10 million.
Joining Nancy Grace Today:
- Michael Ybanez – Former Houston Police Homicide Detective, Licensed Private Investigator
- Dr. Bethany Marshall – Psychoanalyst (Beverly Hills); X: @DrBethanyLive/ Instagram & TikTok: drbethanymarshall; Appearing in “Paris in Love” on Peacock; BOOK: “Deal Breaker: When to work on a relationship and when to walk away”
- Andy Kahan - Director of Victim Services and Advocacy at Crime Stoppers of Houston
- Dr. Kendall Crowns – Chief Medical Examiner Tarrant County (Ft Worth) and Lecturer: University of Texas Austin and Texas Christian University Medical School
- Corley Peel- News Reporter for KPRC2 in Houston; Instagram: @KPRC2Corley, X: @KPRC2Corley, Facebook: @KPRC2CorleyPeel
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