Laken Riley murder: preliminary hearing for accused murderer Jose Ibarra

ATHENS, Georgia. – Jose Ibarra, who is accused of killing Augusta University nursing student Laken Riley, faces another court hearing today. Ibarra is accused of several crimes, including premeditated murder, in connection with the 22-year-old student's death.

Numerous motions have been filed in this high-profile case in recent months.

In September, Ibarra's defense attorneys filed a motion to suppress certain evidence collected after Riley's death. The defense argued that some evidence was obtained unlawfully. However, a judge ruled last week that evidence, including fingerprints, found on Ibarra's phones could be used in court, confirming that the search warrants were properly executed.

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Neither the prosecution nor the defense have announced the specific topics of discussion for today's hearing, which is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m At that time, check back here for a live stream.

Jury selection in the case is scheduled to begin tomorrow in Athens.