The parents of two Perth brothers killed while on a surfing trip in Mexico, say their hearts have been broken as they prepare to bring them home. Jake and Callum Robinson were shot, along with their friend Carter Rhoad, in what authorities say was a robbery gone wrong. Speaking from Callum’s adopted home in the U.S. the couple painted a picture of their sons as much-loved friends to many.
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00:00 Walking the San Diego beach their son once loved, in the city where he once lived.
00:09 Martin and Deborah Robinson now face a future without their two boys.
00:15 It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that Callum Jake have been murdered.
00:20 Our hearts are broken and the world has become a darker place for us.
00:26 Beloved sons Callum and Jake Robinson were on a surf trip in northern Mexico
00:32 when they were shot dead with American friend Carter Rode.
00:36 Their bodies were found dumped in a well in a remote area near Santo Tomas.
00:41 They were young men enjoying their passion of surfing together.
00:46 Younger brother Jake is being remembered as a gentle and compassionate soul.
00:51 He was a talented surfer who loved being outdoors when he wasn't practicing medicine.
00:56 Martin Robinson thanked friends and family along with Australia's ambassador to Mexico.
01:02 Her and her team have been unbelievable in supporting us along this difficult journey over the last few days.
01:07 It is every parent's worst nightmare to lose a child,
01:12 to lose these two brothers in such a manner at this time.
01:19 A Mexican national known as El Quecas will appear in court tomorrow
01:23 and is expected to be charged with the three killings.
01:27 Given the nature of these murders and where they occurred,
01:30 questions over possible cartel involvement remain.
01:34 The State Attorney General says there is no evidence that organised crime played a role,
01:39 but the surfing community here and many in Australia will be watching closely to ensure that justice is done.
01:46 Now it's time to bring them punish a fair-faced prince.
01:53 And the ocean world seems to...
01:58 Please live bigger, shine brighter and love harder.
02:06 Elia Mabryk
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