The Derek Rosa case continues to make headlines as the 13-year-old teenager returns to court in Miami this Friday. An array of individuals from different states have traveled to support Derek Rosa’s family, particularly Isabel Acosta, his grandmother.
Rosa is facing first-degree murder charges after allegedly fatally stabbing his mother, Irina García, in October. However, some family members have continued to show support for Rosa, pleading with the judge to treat him as a 13-year-old teenager.
In addition to the trial, there has been controversy around the defendant’s ability to pay for his defense. Lawyers have argued that Rosa does not have the resources to afford legal representation, and a hearing this Friday will determine whether the court will assign a defense free of charge to him.
The case has taken various turns, and now individuals from various states are closely watching to see what will happen as the trial approaches. If Rosa is found guilty, he could face the death penalty or life imprisonment.
The Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office has also released graphic images and videos of the crime scene and the events leading up to and following the murder. The evidence will undoubtedly play a significant role in how the case unfolds.
As the trial date approaches, many are anxiously waiting to see how the proceedings will unfold and what the final decision will be for Derek Rosa, who is at the center of this tragic case.