Heartbroken parents of brothers killed in Mexico on surfing trip speak out for first time following tragedy
The world was rocked earlier this week after reports emerged that three young men were brutally murdered in a suspected 'botched robbery' carjacking in Mexico.
Two Australian brothers, Jake, 30, and Callum Robinson, 33, were with an American friend named Jack Carter Rhoad, 30, when they disappeared late last month (27 April) on a surfing trip near the town of Ensenada.
According to prosecutors, the three men were shot dead by thieves who wanted their truck's tyres.
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Their bodies were later found in a remote 15m-deep (50ft) well.
Callum's girlfriend, Emily Horwath, later took to Instagram to share several images of them as a couple along with the final saved voice message he left her.
In the message, Callum can be heard saying: "Happy Tuesday! Good morning.
"It’s 11:11 and I’m just thinking about you. Just wanted to drop you a quick message and say hello, baby.
"Hope you’re having a phenomenal start to your day. I’m sensing a big grin on your face for some reason today. I hope you’re full of positivity and smiles."
He finished up the message adding: "Cheers, baby. Miss ya."
Callum and Jake's parents have since spoken out for the first time since the heartbreaking charity.
Mum, Debra Robinson, shared an emotional tribute to her sons at a beach in San Diego on Tuesday (7 May).
She told Sky News: "Our hearts are broken and the world has become a darker place for us.
"They were young men enjoying their passion of surfing together.
"Jake's passion was surfing, and it was no coincidence that many of the hospitals that he worked in were close to surfing beaches."
The grieving mother added: "Live bigger, shine brighter, and love harder in their memory."
Mrs Robinson, who also paid tribute to Jack Carter Rhoad, made sure to thank Australian officials and supporters there and in the United States.
She also shared that her sons' bodies, or their ashes, will eventually be taken back to Australia.
"Now it's time to bring them home to families and friends," she finished up. "And the ocean waits in Australia."
Prosecutors have since identified three people as potential suspects for the murders - two of whom were reportedly caught with methamphetamines.
They also revealed that one of the three suspects, a woman, also had one of the victims' phone when she was caught by authorities.
If you have experienced a bereavement and would like to speak with someone in confidence, contact Cruse Bereavement Care via their national helpline on 0808 808 1677.
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Rhiannon Ingle