01/24/2026
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Kiara Agnew, 23, from Dawson Creek, B.C., was visiting Playa del Carmen in March 2023 to celebrate her 24th birthday — her first trip outside Canada.
Less than a day after arriving at a five-star resort, Kiara was found beaten to death in a laundry room. Her boyfriend, Ryan Friesen, was arrested at the scene and charged with femicide.
In 2024, a trial judge found Friesen not guilty, a decision that shocked Kiara’s family and sparked protests across Canada. Under Mexican law, the ruling was appealed and reviewed by a higher court.
A Mexican magistrate has now overturned the acquittal and declared Ryan Friesen guilty of killing Kiara. Kiara’s family was notified just hours ago by Global Affairs Canada.
Justice delayed is not justice denied.
Kiara deserved better.