His brother Jonathan Froste, who took part in Moores slaying, cut a plea deal in which he admitted to a lesser count of second-degree murder in exchange for his testimony implicating the others. Your email address will not be published. David Froste was convicted of murder in 2018 and is serving a life sentence without chance of parole. Elijah asked them to let him go, to which they responded that they couldnt do that. Jonathan Froste, Shannon, and Campos each took turns striking Moore in the head. Jesus Campos and Chandale Shannon will be co-defendants when they go on trial for murder in spring. Rios was 16 at the time and Moore had just celebrated his 17th birthday. PO Box 4715
In the space of weeks in October and November 2016, Rios was shot to death .
I find Mr. Campos as a juvenile is incorrigible. Judge Rosenberg then sentenced both Mr. Shannon and Mr. Campos to life without the possibility of parole. While ultimately unsuccessful, Jonathan Froste agreed to provide truthful information regarding the two murders and pled to second degree murder. In the interview, Shannon stated Moore had robbed him and David Frostewho has already been convicted of the murder and kidnapping of both victimsof marijuana. D. Froste was angry and wanted to confront Elijah because it was his friend that had stolen from him. A witness told investigators they saw Rios being picked up by a car matching the description of the car owned by Shannon. D. Froste, noted J. Froste, told the group to start digging a hole and after about an hour, D. Frost dragged Elijahs body into the shallow hole and lit his body on fire. Get the ABC10 mobile app for breaking news alerts, live shows and to send us news tips. Two men convicted of killing a pair of California teenagers who vanished six years ago were sentenced Friday to life in prison without possibility of parole, prosecutors said. Elijah Moore, left, and Enrique Rios went missing in 2016. (HEATHER KEMP - DAILY DEMOCRAT), Alicia Moore, Elijah Moore's mother, spoke directly to David Froste, who never looked at her, during his sentencing hearing. When he ran after seeing the gun, David shot Enrique two times on the lower torso near a river. Coordinated through the leadership of the Yolo County District Attorneys Office, numerous other agencies, both law enforcement and civilian, assisted in providing thousands of hours to completing the investigation and preparing a compelling case against the perpetrators of these horrendous crimes. Adults: Froste, David. Suspect arrested in Palo Alto home burglary, Info stolen in Oakland ransomware attack set to be released, In fentanyl overdose case, police uncovered video evidence Martinez man molested multiple girls, feds say, Alex Murdaugh will spend the rest of his life in prison for killing his wife and son, Dear Abby: I love my wife but I think I better get divorced, Harriette Cole: She has gone too far with the remote work option, Bobcat seen using Highway 17 wildlife crossing hours after it opens, Dear Abby: My wife said she doesn't like it, but it's part of my life, Authorities: Man bombed PG&E transformers in South San Jose, William backed Harry and Meghan's eviction, prefers brother never 'set foot in England again', Ask Amy: I feel guilty for not speaking up about my co-worker's activities, Ask Amy: I didn't ask for what I wanted, and I'm sad they couldn't guess, Miss Manners: I felt bad that they all skipped her baby shower -- and then I found out why, Map in Murdaugh murder case: 5 deaths and a mysterious shooting, As Adderall shortage continues, DEA plans to limit some telemedicine prescriptions, House where JonBenet Ramsey was found dead listed for sale for almost $7M, Columbia University permanently drops SAT, ACT admissions requirement, The Waterbed Doctor: California retailer lays claim to retro bed with nearly 40 years of service, sales, Felonious Florida podcast: Missing teenage girl leads to several cases of child sex trafficking, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. According to past court testimony, Rios and Moore are believed to have been murdered in Knights Landing, but their bodies have never been found. David Froste was convicted and sentenced to Life without the Possibility of Parole. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. After discussing initial logistics, Rosenberg ordered Campos and Shannon be transported to court on Wednesday to be in-person at the proceedings and to give the attorneys a chance to speak to them directly. Prosecutors say then 16-year-old Elijah Moore robbed David Froste, Chandale Shannon, and Jesus Campos of three ounces of marijuana in Oct. 2016. They were among four men who were arrested for the 2017 killings of 16-year-old . Jesus Campos and Chandale Shannon will be co-defendants when they go on trial for murder in spring. Crime and Public Safety | A family member of one of the victims referred to the killers as Lucifer 1 and Lucifer 2.. Elijah Moore's body also hasn't been found. Lech Garcia, numerous witnesses and complex legal theories were presented during the trial. I dont ever stop thinking about him and the way he was brutally murdered and taken from not only me but all of my family. She concluded stating, The community is a whole lot safer now that these murderers are behind bars. Phone: (916) 970-3131
Download the ABC10 app for weather forecast localized to where you are. WOODLAND The final two defendants in a Yolo County double-murder case got their day of reckoning Wednesday as a jury declared them guilty for their roles in the presumed deaths of two missing teenagers. Details surrounding the murders of the young men have emerged through testimony given at various court dates since. On Oct. 17, 2016, Jonathan Froste received a call from David Froste that he was robbed by Elijah and wanted to kill him, using a gun that he stole from his job in San Francisco. Chandale Shannon, Jesus Campos -- a juvenile -- and brothers David and Jonathan Froste were taken into custody. Shannon gave three names to Froste, and Rios was one of them. The four took turns striking Moore in the head before David selected a large log and dropped it onto Moore's head. Mat Jameson and Sgt. (Woodland, CA) July 22, 2022 On July 22, 2022, Chandale Shannon of Winters, and Jesus Campos of Woodland, were both sentenced to life without the possibility of parole by Yolo County Superior Court Judge David Rosenberg. Froste told Shannon that he had to help Froste find Elijah and told Shannon to make contact with those who would know his whereabouts. Neither teens body has ever been found. J. Froste stated that after work one day, he met up with Campos and D. Frost and went to Purity Plaza in Woodland to eat. The prosecution, who are being represented by David Wilson, are expected to have approximately 70 witnesses, with their case set to last between nine and 10 court days, according to Wilson. Proceedings in Campos case were moved from the juvenile to the adult system following a transfer hearing in June. The next day, D. Froste used Elijahs phone to text his mother, trying to act as if Elijah was the one texting and that he had run away. (HEATHER KEMP - DAILY DEMOCRAT), Lola Rios Gutierrez, Enrique Rios' mother, addressing life after losing her son. Commentary: Growing Up Is Imperative, but Wont Solve Our Housing Problem, Enter the maximum amount you want to pay each month. . Multiple search warrants obtaining cell tower records, Facebook records, and Google location data obtained thousands of pages of records. All Access Digital offer for just 99 cents! This process also included monumental efforts attempting to find the location of Moore and Rios bodies. When Davis and Campos returned with the tools an hour later, prosecutors say David began violently striking Moore in the head with a baseball bat-sized branch. During the sentencing hearing, numerous family members made victim impact statements on behalf of Enrique and Elijah. By Brinda Kalita, Brandon Blanco, Oliver Camarena, Veronica Miller. After getting his gun, David Froste, Shannon, and Campos returned to Woodland and met with Jonathan Froste. After covering Moores body with dirt and vegetation, the four defendants left, burned their own blood covered clothing, and threw the tools used to clean up into the river at the drawbridge in Knights Landing. She plans to graduate in 2022 and is interested in studying law. When David and Campos returned, the four took turns hitting him in the head before David dropped a log onto it. 210.65.88.143 Check out never-before-seen content, free digital evidence kits, and much more! According to the witness, Ramey warrants are authored with the intent of seeking additional information from suspects, such as interviews. Upload your weather photos on the ABC10 app. After the robbery, Froste contacted his brother Jonathan, telling him about the incident and said he was going to get his gun from their home in Knights Landing. The brutality exacted by David Froste, 31, friends Chandale Shannon and Jesus Campos in response shocked the community. J. Froste had read his letter to the Davis Enterpriseduring an interview with them. Campos will also face charges for kidnapping . A motion by the prosecution to consolidate the cases against the duo, who were allegedly involved in the 2016 disappearances and deaths of Yolo County teens Enrique Rios and Elijah Moore, was granted during a hearing in Yolo Superior Court on Thursday morning. I find that Mr. Campos and Mr. Shannon have forfeited their life to live in civilized society. The families have been impacted terribly. "I mean we grew up together. J. Froste recalled that his brother stated he wanted to shoot up the house of Enrique, who had stolen from him to get back at him. Every time he has been told he is going to come to court, something happens and hes not. Chandale Shannon, 25, of Winters, and Jesus Campos, 22, of Woodland were sentenced for the 2016 kidnapping and killing of the teens, whose bodies were never found despite years of effort . WOODLAND, CA - The ongoing trial of Jesus Campos and Chandale Shannon for the murder of two teens reconvened Tuesday in Yolo County Superior Court. They drove Moore to Knights Landing where they forced him to the ground, zip-tied his hands and marched him into a secluded area. Catherine is a fourth year undergraduate student at UC Davis, majoring in Psychology and minoring in Communications. "It felt like the judge was taking forever to say to the clerk, go ahead and read the verdicts. 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Meanwhile, Campos attorney J. Toney also has filed a motion to sever his clients case from Shannons. David and Campos left to get shovels, gasoline and bleach, while Jonathan and Shannon antagonized Moore. Chandale Shannon Jr., 21, left, and his attorney, Bob Spangler, listen as his arraignment is postponed. Both attorneys were adamant that their defendants should be in court for all proceedings. D. Froste, J. Froste, Shannon, and Campos led him to a river where he was hit in the head with a tree branch. All four suspects were arrested in June of 2018. (HEATHER KEMP - DAILY DEMOCRAT), A picture of a young Elijah Moore that was part of a slide show his family played at the sentencing hearing. Two years later in 2018, David Froste, his brother Jonathan Froste, Chandale Shannon Jr. and Jesus Campos were arrested and charged for allegedly murdering Rios and Moore as revenge after Moore supposedly robbed the men of $300 worth of marijuana. Rosenberg stated, Ive been with this case since he very beginning and its now the end. By Robyn Dobson | rdobson@dailydemocrat.com |. Davis, CA 95617
In this photo provided by the Yolo Office of the District Attorney, Chandale Shannon, wearing face mask, and Jesus Campos, mostly blocked at left, sit with their attorneys in Yolo County Superior Court in Woodland, Calif., Friday, July 22, 2022. They deserve to be behind bars for life too. A video of the life of Enrique was then played in court. Once they arrived, they found Shannon was not home and called him to get him to come home. Shannon told Sergeant Garcia that Froste told Rios to get out of the water and Froste shot him at least once in the stomach. They are 18-year-old Jesus Campos, 21-year-old Jonathan Froste and 21-year-old Chandale Shannon. "The crimes were evil. Shannon was further angered by this. Sergeant Lech Garcia, a patrol supervisor for the Yolo County Sheriffs Department, was the second witness called to the stand. The evidence presented clearly demonstrated that Shannon and Campos conspired with and aided David Froste in committing horrible crimes. The four defendants then dug a hole and buried Moore's body and lit it on fire, eventually extinguishing it with bleach and dirt. Chandale Shannon, 25, of Winters, and Jesus Campos, 22, of Woodland were sentenced for the 2016 kidnapping and killing of the teens, whose bodies were never found despite years of effort. WOODLAND Chandale Shannon says he never killed anyone, let alone his friends Enrique Rios and Elijah Moore. According to Yolo County prosecutors, Moore had robbed David Froste, Chandale Shannon and Jesus Campos of 3 ounces of marijuana on Oct. 17, 2016, in a KFC parking lot. Numerous other agencies also assisted. Jameson recounted interviews he did with Campos, Shannon and multiple other witnesses as Hasapes presented evidence gathered throughout the investigation including Facebook messages, phone calls and Google location data. (Courtesy), Chandale Shannon during a previous court hearing. The judge presiding over the sentencing said it was one of the worst cases hes ever heard in his career. We just deal with it. Chandale Shannon, 25, of Winters, and Jesus Campos, 22, of Woodland were sentenced for the 2016 kidnapping and killing of the teens, whose bodies were never found despite years of effort . Lech Garcia of the Yolo County Sheriffs Office coordinated and led the investigation which involved numerous detectives, officers, and crime scene analysts from both the Woodland Police Department and the Yolo County Sheriffs Office. In May, Shannon was convicted of two counts of first-degree murder with special circumstances and kidnapping. Campos and Shannon were in person with their attorneys on Wednesday to discuss final details of the trial, including seating arrangements, ensuring the defendants would be in court each day the trial proceeds and more concerns about COVID-19. A witness told investigators Rios was picked up by a car matching the description of Shannons car. J. Froste revealed that he did not want to hide anymore what they had done to the teens. Jonathan Froste pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and testified against the other three defendants. Both Campos, 20, and Shannon, 22, are facing murder and kidnapping charges with enhancements. J. Froste recalled that he felt afraid of his brother at that moment and did what he wanted out of that fear. The joint effort led to the arrests of Campos and Shannon, as well as brothers David and Jonathan Froste, in June 2018. Jonathan took a plea deal and will likely serve 15 years to life in prison. Lola Rios Gutierrez, the mother of Enrique, addressed the court. 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Missing for two weeks, mushroom hunter is found dead in California forest The families have been impacted terribly. D. Froste lastly shot the victim in the head before they continued to burn their clothes. When you finally corner the ironically rather shy Robert Amstrong to, For decades, planners and staff at Winters City Hall have been dreaming of economic development that would plump, You have to build a lot of bridges to make a project happen, and in this case, its, Jailhouse letter causes delay of trial for Winters man. Prosecutors said he was forced into the trunk of a car and taken to Knights Landing on the Sacramento River, where he was bound and was denied pleas to call his mother and release him. Shannon initially had the firearm and held Moore at gunpoint. Two jury panels of 55 people are set to be brought in on March 8 and 10 to give the court two days with each panel. He was a minor when the teens went missing. I was 16 when I had him. D. Froste was the one who shot the victim, and David Nelson who is on the defense counsel made sure to note that Shannon and Campos were not the ones who had fired the gun. Chandale Shannon, 25, of Winters, and Jesus Campos, 22, of Woodland were sentenced for the 2016 kidnapping and killing of the teens, whose bodies were never found despite years of effort . But as soon as we heard it, I cried even more. Memorial held to honor Tyre Nichols in Sacramento, Marian Wilkinson, missing Yuba City woman, found dead, Yolo teens' families react to David Froste verdict, Chandale Shannon and Jesus Campos found guilty in murder of Woodland teens, Jury finds David Froste guilty on all charges of murder for missing Yolo teens. PUBLISHED: May 11, 2022 at 4:57 p.m. | UPDATED: May 11, 2022 at 5:02 p . Unable to find Moore, the trio contacted an unsuspecting Rios and took him to a remote area of Knights Landing. Moore was forced into the trunk of the vehicle. The jury trial for Jesus Campos and Chandale Shannon Jr. co-defendants in the case concerning the disappearances and deaths of two Yolo County teenagers is set to begin next week. And had taken him from his home and shot him. Like Campos and Shannon, Jonathan Froste, Davids brother, remains in Yolo County Jail custody while the case is still pending. Phone: (916) 970-3131
According to Shannons interview, David Froste drove Shannons car to Rioss location to pick him up and returned to Woodland. David, considered the ringleader of the squad, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in December. The families have been impacted terribly. With the assistance of Det. Both requests were denied. Moore was forced to the ground where the defendants zip-tied his hands and marched him to a more secluded area. They took my sons life forever. Create a free profile to get unlimited access to exclusive videos, breaking news, sweepstakes, and more! Suspects in missing Northern California teens, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Los Gatos: Hundreds still without power as Black Road repair project finishes early, Suspects in missing Northern California teens case appear in court, Wife of popular Wild 94.9 radio host JV says new information suggests he will not be coming back, Missing British aristocrat is found; her baby is still missing, If it was your child, when would you give up? Mother searches for 5-year-old son swept away in January floods, Popular radio personality JV from Wild 94.9 is missing and at risk, police say, Missing for two weeks, mushroom hunter is found dead in California forest. J. Froste also mentioned that his brother truly believed that he had gotten away with murder, as they needed the bodies to prove that they did it.. To identify the caller, the witness attempted to search for surveillance around the areas, but there were only surveillance cameras around the Chevron gas station. Mr. Shannon suggested they reach out to Enrique Rios, age 16, who was a friend of Moores. Memorial held to honor Tyre Nichols in Sacramento, Marian Wilkinson, missing Yuba City woman, found dead, 'If I could say anything to him, Id tell him I loved him' | Family, friends remember Woodland man killed, a missing person report was made for the two teens launching a massive investigation and search, David, was convicted of the murder in 2018 and sentenced to life in prison, $10,000 reward offered for leads on suspected K Street shooter, Yolo County Library uses grant funding to expand free monthly book service to local families, Utility says 'circuit activity' near time Coastal Fire started near Laguna Niguel update | Maps, evacuations and road closures, 'Sweet Dozen' in Sacramento founded by Louise refugee 30 years later.