Los Angeles Police Department’s Robbery-Homicide Division

Arraignment Delayed for Reputed Gang Member Charged in USC Student’s Slaying

City News ServiceAugust 9, 2019

Hernandez was charged July 2 with one count each of murder and attempted second-degree robbery — the latter charge involving a friend who was with McElhaney. Hernandez appeared in court after being charged, but his arraignment was postponed. On Wednesday, it was postponed again until Sept. 9.

Man Charged For 1977 Murder, Rape of Mother in South LA

Los Angeles County District Attorney's OfficeApril 30, 2018

If convicted as charged, Matthews faces the death penalty or life in prison without the possibility of parole. A decision whether to seek the death penalty will be made at a later date.