The Yogurt Shop Murders
Summary
Four teenage girls were murdered in a yogurt shop in Austin, Texas, more than 30 years ago. In 2025, police identified Robert Eugene Brashers as the killer through DNA evidence, and in 2026, four men previously accused were officially declared innocent and awarded a $35 million settlement by the city.Key Facts
- The Yogurt Shop Murders happened in Austin, Texas, over 30 years ago.
- Four teenage girls were the victims of the murders.
- Robert Eugene Brashers, a serial killer and rapist who has died, was identified as the suspect in September 2025.
- DNA testing connected Brashers to the murders.
- Four men were wrongfully accused of the crimes and were officially cleared by a judge on February 19, 2026.
- The City of Austin agreed to pay $35 million to the four men in May 2026 as compensation.
- The case had been closely followed by CBS News correspondent Erin Moriarty.
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