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Serial rapist Andrew Luster released after 20 years, living in Glendora
Fox News • • nation
Key Points:
- Andrew Luster, convicted in 2003 of drugging and raping three women and originally sentenced to 124 years in prison, was released after serving about 20 years, causing outrage among local officials in Glendora, California.
- Luster was resentenced to 50 years in 2013 after a judge found errors in the original sentencing, and his parole was granted in 2024 following several denials and legal challenges.
- Glendora Mayor David Fredendall and California Assemblywoman Blanca E. Rubio condemned the release, expressing concerns about public safety and the effectiveness of California’s parole system under Proposition 57.
- Officials are demanding more transparency and accountability from state authorities regarding Luster’s release and supervision, especially given his proximity to community spaces like schools and parks.
- The controversy highlights ongoing criticism of California’s criminal justice reforms and parole policies, with calls for better protection of victims and communities.
