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[24][25][26], At sentencing, the offenders were remanded to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) system. . On the evening of June 24, 1993, they left a friend's apartment at 11:15 to head home and took a shortcut through T.C. [30][41][42], The parents of the murder victims successfully advocated for the State of Texas to allow victims' relatives to have permission to witness executions. . were 17 when the girls were killed were spared the death penalty when Ogg personally signed a letter to the Texas Board of Pardons and Parole protesting any possible release earlier this year. All of it - the entire ugly tableau of human destruction - was told as if it had been a TV rerun from a year ago. According to later testimony, on one occasion, Pea glanced in the direction of her younger friend as she herself was raped by Efrain Prez and began weeping as she observed Ertman. [39] The lethal injection was performed at 6:09p.m., and at 6:17p.m., Cantu was officially pronounced dead. The killers didn't crumple or cry when recounting the bestiality of their acts to investigators. Sorry! Their story has been oft-repeated, in the retelling burnished to a handful of details: the fateful choice of a route home, the abduction from the railroad tracks, the decision of one to turn back when she heard her friend scream, the clothes ripped from their bodies, the multiple and repeated assaults, the inexplicable decision that they must die in a manner equally brutal. Year should not be greater than current year. A month before Ertman and Pe a crossed his path, Cantu had mentioned to his former auto mechanics teacher that he wanted to kill someone "just to see what it feels like," according to testimony. [5][30], Before his execution, O'Brien expressed his regrets for his actions to the families of Pea and Ertman. 0000003012 00000 n Jester Park. /O 74 [48] Another memorial exists at T.C. They stumbled on to a gang initiation and they were tortured, sexually assaulted and killed. Jennifer's father helps makes strides for victims' rights after his daughter's death. A red nylon belt, with an attacker tugging at each end, was pulled so tightly around Ertman's neck the belt snapped. Three of the Pena and Ertman killers have been executed. "I told him to stick it. Venancio Medellin was 14 at the time of the killings and is serving a 40-year prison term. Cantu has been on death row longer than his victims were alive. [23] Both bodies had significantly decomposed, and dental records were used for identification. The gang of attackers had showed up at his house after the killings. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). 0000009909 00000 n By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Jester Park in order to make an 11:30 curfew. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. By the end of Cantu's trial, jurors had been burdened with a load of disturbing details, not just about the crime itself, which prosecutor Donna Goode likened to the work of a "pack of wild dogs," but about the young man who made it happen. Follow Deborah Wrigley on Facebook and Twitter. She and her friend Elizabeth were students at Waltrip High School in Houston. Two others I think were 17 and got life. [5], Leaving the crime scene, Cantu handed Venancio Medelln a Goofy wristwatch taken from Ertman's body, saying, "Take this, I don't want it. In June 1993, Houston was busy reveling in the boom after the bust. Family members are now allowed to address the convicted, and victims' families now have the choice and right to view the execution of their perpetrators. The person not sentenced to death, 14 Authorities later linked him and O'Brien to a killing six months before the attack on Ertman and Pena. Waltrip High School has a memorial to the girls. Weve updated the security on the site. 76 0 R /F10 78 0 R /F11 80 0 R /F12 82 0 R /F13 84 0 R /F14 86 0 R >> >> Cameras caught Cantu cuffed and escorted by two officers still trying to kick news photographers. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. All Rights Reserved. Ertman rejected an invitation from Cantu's lawyer to come to his office and read a letter of apology from Cantu. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. O'Brien (the only non-Hispanic in the gang) and Villarreal then proceeded to strangle Ertman with a red nylon belt before the belt broke. In response, Cantu repeatedly kicked the girl in her face and body, dislodging three of her teeth and fracturing several ribs. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). [16], Realizing that the girls would be capable of identifying them, Cantu[17] ordered the members to kill the girls. Elizabeth Christine Pea (June 21, 1977 June 24, 1993) and Jennifer Lee Ertman (August 15, 1978 June 24, 1993) were close friends who both attended Waltrip High School. The 61-year-old died Monday, said Andy Kahan, a Houston crime victims advocate. Houston was stunned when Cantu and his gang were arrested. Put a needle in her arm and just go to sleep. Venancio Medelln, the brother of Jos Medelln, was 14 at the time of the murder, the same age as Jennifer Ertman. The right of a defendant to talk with his or her consulate is specified in the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations; the United States is a party to the convention, although the U.S. withdrew from compulsory jurisdiction in 1986 to accept the court's jurisdiction only on a case-by-case basis. >> This account has been disabled. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. 0000000017 00000 n There is a problem with your email/password. "[43], Randy Ertman, the father of Jennifer Ertman, died of lung cancer on August 18, 2014. x^WnF0q$E"6'fgu#0`'3gf(0;7LqX&SP!iE47]Fqfno()~?;W N(W18U&EM CS P0c7[ Yz $,2[4iV lV6+J#(i6 hP"+7e(X Somehow the story became worse at trial. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. His stinging denunciation of Cantu, pain evident in each word, reached a climax when Cantu turned away from the grieving father and Ertman yelled, "You look at me! This case galvanized the residents of Houston. [1], Although the girls were just over one year in age difference, both sets of parents approved of their friendship, with Pea's father viewing Ertmana modest girl who had only recently begun experimenting with makeupas a "positive influence" on his daughter, later recollecting that, shortly after the two became friends at Waltrip High School, Pea "just straightened up her act" following a brief streak of teenage rebellion in his daughter before her 1992 enrollment at the school. Their bodies were found four days later. Those who lived near his home in Houston Heights described him as a nightmare neighbor - loud, obnoxious, rude and uncaring - and spoke of large groups of young men his age who would gather at the home when no adults were around. The case spurred legislative reform in Texas' criminal justice system. Jennifer Latson of the Houston Chronicle said that the deaths of the girls "shook" the Oak Forest neighborhood of Houston "to its foundation. /PageMode /UseNone Learn more about managing a memorial . 72 0 obj He then apologized to his family before being executed by lethal injection. xref Randy Ertman's fiery red hair is gray, and now Cantu is dead. Ertman will stand a few feet away, watching again through the window. way, but if they want to make the death penalty a deterrent, up in Jennifer Ertman and Elizabeth Pena murders. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? "I'd like to have heard, the last 17 years, someone say 'I love you, dad.' In that case, a 27-year-old woman was found at a Houston park with her throat cut. I wish to hell he could have died the way she died. [5], Jos Medelln was executed at 9:57p.m. on August 5, 2008, after his last-minute appeals were rejected by the Supreme Court. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. Country music star and Conroe-native, Parker McCollum caught up with our Sally Mac after he was named the headliner for 2023's Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. % Prior to his execution, O'Brien expressed his regrets for his actions to the families of Pea and Ertman. They should have hung them. The case forced a change in state police. O'Brien (the only non-Hispanic, Black person in the gang) and Villarreal strangled Ertman with O'Brien's red nylon belt before breaking the belt. "We can't go back and change what happened to your family, but we can change for others who come along, and we'll leave a lasting legacy for your daughters that will last for eternity," Kahan said. "Life without parole is a better alternative, both for society and better from the viewpoint of punishing the individuals," said Scott Cobb of the Texas Moratorium Network. One of the gang members grabbed Pena. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. 2010 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. They spoke of having "a lot of fun (with) a couple of chicks.". Medellin was 14 at the time of the killings and has served 27 years of his 40-year sentence, the maximum punishment allowed for a juvenile. She screamed. Their story has been oft-repeated, in the retelling burnished to a handful of details: the fateful choice of a route home, the abduction from the railroad tracks, the decision of one to turn back when she heard her friend scream, the clothes ripped from their bodies, the multiple and repeated assaults, the inexplicable decision that they must die in a manner equally brutal. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Cantu's mother, sometimes absent, appeared unconcerned when school officials or authorities showed up to discuss his behavior. Their photos are familiar now, attached to countless news reports since then: the same two pictures, teen girls who despite the makeup were girls still. Failed to report flower. [7] Before the murders, Houston officials had stated that gangs were not a significant issue in the city. Search above to list available cemeteries. Pea brushed aside Medelln's hand and continued walking. Venancio Medelln, the brother of Jos Medelln, testified against 4 of the gang members. Five others were convicted of capital murder in the case. Of the six people convicted for the heinous crimes, five were sentenced to death. By approximately 10:30 p.m., Villarreal had successfully fought two gang members before being beaten midway through his fight with the third member. This prompted Medelln to say the gang "had fun" and that details would appear on the news. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. Five of the gang members proceeded to repeatedly rape both girls for in excess of an hour. Cantu had been troubled and violent since his early youth. Make sure that the file is a photo. Jennifer Ertman also had three fractured ribs. Serious crime was still a problem, but the overall trends looked good. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. 1894 shipwreck found in Lake Huron, confirming "powerful, tragic story", Garland to face Congress amid ongoing special counsel investigations, FBI chief says agency feels pandemic likely started with Chinese lab leak. The gang was arrested. Sorry! Jester Park. HUNTSVILLE, Texas --The State of Texas executed Peter Cantu Tuesday evening for the brutal murders of Jennifer Ertman and Elizabeth Pena. Dude, you're a badass! At first, Pea desperately attempted to appease her abusers as she wept, offering her phone number so they could "get together". The gang members then stomped on both girls' throats to ensure their deaths. at the time, got a 40-year sentence. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. [22], Four days after the murders, the girls' bodies were found in the park during hot weather conditions. Three officers shot, standoff follows in Kansas City, Mo., police say, Vanessa Bryant, family settles claims over Kobe crash site photos for $28.5M, Peter Anthony Cantu (AP Photo/Dept. Jennifer Ertman and Elizabeth Pena Murder. Elizabeth's father said he was not surprised. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Anderson, a Houston Police Department officer who worked on the murder case, described the murder as "part of the impetus for the antigang programs in Houston." [4], Ertman and Pea decided to take a 10-minute shortcut to Pea's residence in Oak Forest by following the railroad tracks and passing through T.C. When the pair realized that they were going to be late returning home, they decided to leave the party to commit the curfew both had promised to their parents. Please try again later. /Prev 62433 3 of the main members who were 18 or over were sentenced to death and it was carried out 2006,2008,2010 respectively. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Medelln said in a sworn statement that he learned that the Mexican consulate could assist him in 1997. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. They probably would be married women now, Jennifer Ertman and Elizabeth Pea, perhaps with children of their own. Family and friends gathered at the park this weekend to pay tribute to a pair of lives lost and the impact they had on criminal justice policy. Consider that their case wasn't known by the names of their killers, but their names, and that those who loved them will tell you is as it should be. You can always change this later in your Account settings. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. The girls' bodies were found decomposing in the . In fact, they laughed and joked as they divvied up the pitiful spoils of the evening: a small amount of cash, some inexpensive rings and gold chains. He had fought or bullied other students, assaulted a teacher, threatened another youth with a knife in a parking lot after deliberately provoking a confrontation. There was an error deleting this problem. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. [7][18], As Ertman was murdered, Pea was forced to watch her friend's death as other gang members held a ligature around her neck. endobj He was the ringleader intheslayings, whichstruck a. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Their deaths resulted in an outpouring of grief in the local community and spurred changes in criminal legislation in the state of Texas, which enabled the families of crime victims to speak to the defendant at trial and witness the execution of said defendant. Get personalized recommendations, and learn where to watch across hundreds of streaming providers. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. [36] Governor Perry rejected calls from Mexico and Washington, DC, to delay the execution, citing the torture, rape, and strangulation of two teenaged girls in Houston 15 years ago as just cause for the death penalty. "Jenny and Elizabeth were everybody's daughters," said Kahan. /PageLayout /SinglePage The two were best friends and had a beautiful, long life ahead of them. Jos Medelln got a ring with an "E," so he could give it to his girlfriend, Esther. There was a problem getting your location. "No one who was there will forget it," Kahan said. << Seven minutes later, O'Brien was dead. They expressed no regret or even a second thought at what they had done. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Fv 27, 2023 . based on information from your browser. Blame the Federal Reserve. Jester Park. a, perhaps with children of their own. English Two of them will come up for parole in 2028. A system error has occurred. This location was approximately one mile from Pea's home. Fugitive in $18 million COVID fraud scheme extradited to U.S. August 17, 2010 - Peter Anthony Cantu Execution: Mastermind of Jennifer Ertman and Elizabeth Pena Murders to Die. Three officers shot, standoff follows in Kansas City, Mo., police say, Vanessa Bryant, family settles claims over Kobe crash site photos for $28.5M, Peter Anthony Cantu (AP Photo/Texas Dept. Sources: Pure Murder by Corey Mitchell The prosecutors said that Medelln never told authorities that he was a Mexican citizen. Learn more about merges. At first, Pea desperately attempted to appease her abusers as she wept; offering to provide her phone number in order that they could "get together". Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. of Criminal Justice), How Alaska became one of fentanyl's deadliest frontiers, Pennsylvania police seized gloves, flashlight from home of Idaho murders suspect, Where things stand in the Alex Murdaugh double murder trial. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. When the Supreme Court of the United States banned the executions of people who committed crimes while they were below 18 years of age, the sentences of Prez and Villarreal were automatically commuted to life in prison. Nine minutes later, he was dead. The case was also notable in that the state of Texas rejected attempts by the International Court of Justice to halt several perpetrators' executions. [6], The girls were walking along the White Oak Bayou when they encountered six "Black and White" gang members drinking beer shortly after holding the gang initiation ceremony of 17-year-old Raul Omar Villarreal. After the gang left, Christina Cantu convinced Joe Cantu to report the crime to the police. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. 0000004381 00000 n "He has matured remarkably," said Robin Norris, his appeals lawyer. to Ertman. HUNTSVILLE, Texas (CBS/KHOU) Murderer Peter Anthony Cantu was executed by the state of Texas Tuesday evening. And Cantu's brother, upset at the gang's gloating about having fun with the girls, called police. Try again later. Wage growth is slowing. Try again later. Medellin was among six gang members who were sentenced. Two of Cantu's companions in the gang they dubbed the Black and White preceded him to the death chamber. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. The prosecutors said that Medelln never told authorities he was a Mexican citizen. He made a promise to their families. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. The girls were raped and murdered by the gang members in a field near T.C. He told Venancio Medelln to stay behind because he was too little to watch. The other gang members forced the girls into a wooded area. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. /Info 70 0 R When the police followed this suggestion, they found the badly decaying bodies of Jenny and Elizabeth. The deaths of teenagers Jennifer Ertman and Elizabeth Pena shocked the country, both for the viciousness of the crime and the apparent lack of remorse among some of the perpetrators. This dental device was sold to fix patients' jaws. Elizabeth Pena's body was similarly . based on information from your browser. Their killers were soon rounded upa brutal, unrepentant gang of teenage boys whose convictions should have put them behind bars for life. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. Family members are now allowed to address the convicted, and victims' families now have the choice and right to view. Although only one of the brothers had fought Villarreal, both had left the initiation ceremony minutes before both girls were abducted. / CBS News. TDCJ refused to permit Kahan to witness the execution. Make sure that the file is a photo. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Blame the Federal Reserve. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. August 17, 2010 / 5:39 PM Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. He was the youngest of six members of the so-called Black and White gang when they brutally raped and killed Jennifer Ertman, 14, and Elizabeth Pena, 16, in June 1993. This suggested a lurking evil, omnipresent and inchoate. Venancio Medellin has been denied parole five times. "This is. "[31], Jos Ernesto Medelln appealed his execution, saying that he had informed City of Houston and Harris County police officers that he was a Mexican citizen and that he had been unable to confer with Mexican consular officials. Ertman could have easily run to escape at this point, but ran to help her friend. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. It was Cantu who asserted Ertman and Pea had to be killed so as not to later bear witness against them. As both girls exited the car, Pea assured her mother she and her friend would be home by their agreed 11:30 p.m. HUNTSVILLE, Texas (CBS/AP/KHOU) Tonight, Peter Anthony Cantu will be executed for two of the most notorious deaths in Houston history, the 1993 rapes and murders of 16-year-old Elizabeth Pena and 14-year-old Jennifer Ertman. All those believed responsible were ultimately arrested. Elizabeth Pea (left) and Jennifer Ertman (right), Murders of Jennifer Ertman and Elizabeth Pea. 0000008255 00000 n Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. This is a carousel. 0000011007 00000 n /Resources << /ProcSet [ /PDF /Text /ImageB /ImageC /ImageI ] /ColorSpace << Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. By coincidence, a handful of teenagers who had just completed a boozy, fight-filled gang initiation ritual noticed their shadowy figures. /H [ 931 256 ] I thought you might like to see a memorial for Elizabeth Christine Pea I found on Findagrave.com. Resend Activation Email. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Try again later. No crime in modern Houston history has resonated like this one, Kahan said. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Failed to remove flower. Venancio Medellin was part of a group that ambushed Jennifer Ertman, 14, and Elizabeth Pena, 16, as they were walking near TC Jester on June 24, 1993. . . He petitioned the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals in 1998 regarding this issue; the appeal failed. "Most people know it from the defendant's name. He was sentenced under juvenile guidelines because he was 14 at the time of the crime. << of Criminal Justice), How Alaska became one of fentanyl's deadliest frontiers, Pennsylvania police seized gloves, flashlight from home of Idaho murders suspect, Where things stand in the Alex Murdaugh double murder trial. Ertman's daughter Jennifer, 14, and her friend, 16-year-old Elizabeth Pena, were attacked June 24, 1993, by. He received a 40-year prison sentence, the maximum for a juvenile, for the sexual assault of Jennifer Ertman. He was the youngest of six members of the so-called Black and White gang when they brutally raped and killed Jennifer Ertman, 14, and Elizabeth Pena, 16, in June 1993. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Please enter your email and password to sign in. Notice: This memorial is being managed in abeyance until a proper manager requests control of the memorial. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Three were executed, and the rest are still in prison. We have set your language to Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. [35], In 2005, President George W. Bush ordered hearings to be held. << Jester Park.[43]. Both girls were sexually assaulted by all but one of the gang members, 14-year-old Venancio "Yuni" Medelln, on a minimum of four occasions. Then, on the morning of June 30, the city awoke to learn of events of a few days earlier that defied belief. endobj Copyright 2023 KTRK-TV. A tip led authorities to the bodies. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? 72 17 To save time, they took a shortcut that led along railroad tracks near T.C. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. "Assuming everything goes as we hope it goes on Tuesday, that chapter of that book for the Ertmans and Pe as will be forever done," said Andy Kahan, the former head of the Mayor's Crime Victims office, who now holds a similar position with the Houston Police Department. Please try again later. 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