Lugo Jury Finds Man Guilty in Cristina Cabo Murder Case

Lugo Jury Convicts José Uriel Valencia of Murdering Cristina Cabo A jury in Lugo, Galicia, Spain, has found José Uriel Valencia guilty of the murder of Cristina Cabo. The verdict, reached after four hours of deliberation, concludes a case that began with Valencia's confession to the crime in November 2022. Valencia, a 35-year-old Colombian national, has been in preventive detention since December 1, 2022. The prosecution argued for a 30-year sentence, citing murder with treachery and cruelty. The defense, however, contended that the crime was manslaughter and requested a 20-year sentence. The judge will now determine the final sentence. "The jury considered the evidence and found the defendant guilty of murder," stated a court official. While the exact details of the evidence presented remain under seal, the swiftness of the jury's decision indicates a strong case against Valencia. This case highlights the importance of justice for victims of violent crime and the diligent work of the judicial system in bringing perpetrators to justice.