CNN —Laken Riley’s name was heard in court countless times and repeated by politicians around the country who described her brutal killing.
They listened carefully and often sobbed as witnesses described how the last moments of Riley’s life unfolded.
From left, Connolly Huth, roommate of Laken Riley, Lauren Phillips, sister of Laken Riley, and Sofia Magana, roommate of Laken Riley, react as Superior Court Judge H. Patrick Haggard announces the verdict on Wednesday.
Hyosub Shin/Pool/APShe wanted to live a ‘faithful Christian life’At 22, Riley’s life was largely guided by her Christian faith.
He also took a moment to remind people how rich Riley’s life was before it ended.
Persons:
Jose Ibarra, Ibarra, Lilly Steiner, Connolly Huth, Laken Riley, Lauren Phillips, Sofia Magana, H, Patrick Haggard, Hyosub, ’, ” Riley’s, Allyson Phillips, “, Jesus, ” Riley, John Phillips, Hyosub Shin, Laken, ” Abby Phillips, Riley, ” Lauren Phillips, ”, Huth, Steiner, ” Steiner, “ Laken, ” Magana, ” John Phillips
Organizations:
CNN, University of Georgia’s, Superior Court, Atlanta, AP, Augusta University’s College of Nursing
Locations:
Woodstock , Georgia, Georgia, St, Honduras, Athens, Clarke, Athens , Georgia, Laken, University of Georgia’s Oconee Forest Park, Lake Herrick