Visible Signs of a Struggle
Jose Ibarra is facing charges of murder related to Riley’s case. During his trial, footage was shown of Riley as she jogged around the campus. Not long after, Riley vanished, only to be found later with evident injuries.
Riley had been in regular contact with her mother, Allyson Phillips. As she began her run, she texted her mom, “Good morning, about to go for a run if you’re free to talk,” sent at 8:55 a.m. When Riley attempted a follow-up call to her mom eight minutes later, it went unanswered.