Former Clark County public administrator Robert Telles has been sentenced to life in prison for the premeditated murder of Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Jeff German in September 2022. Telles, who lost his re-election bid following German's investigative articles exposing misconduct in his office, was found guilty of ambushing and fatally stabbing German. The jury deliberated for nearly 12 hours before delivering a unanimous verdict, emphasizing that attempts to silence the media will not be tolerated. During the trial, Telles claimed he was framed and cited investigative errors by the police, but substantial evidence, including DNA, linked him to the crime. The sentencing includes eligibility for parole after 20 years, with the potential for increased time due to sentencing enhancements. The case underscores the dangers journalists face when holding public officials accountable.