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'She Was My Friend': Why Yolanda Saldívar Says She Shot Selena and When She Could Get Out of Jail

Nearly 30 years after Selena's murder, Yolanda Saldívar has been denied parole again. Her next review is scheduled for 2030, as authorities cite ongoing safety concerns.

International Business Times UK · Oct 23, 2025

Selena Quintanilla’s family after her killer Yolanda Saldívar is denied parole: ‘Justice continues to stand’

Tejano music icon was fatally shot and killed in 1995 by a fan, who is currently serving a life sentence

The Independent UK · Mar 28, 2025

Texas Denies Parole to Selena Quintanilla's Killer Yolanda Saldívar

The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles has denied parole to Yolanda Saldívar days before the 30th anniversary of the murder of Selena Quintanilla.

Latin Times · Mar 27, 2025

Finding God, Asking State to Find Mercy on Death Row

Ramiro Gonzales will be put to death next Wednesday, unless the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles recommends clemency.

Texas Observer · Jun 21, 2024

Gov. Greg Abbott pardons ex-U.S. sergeant who killed BLM protester

Daniel Perry was sentenced to 25 years in prison for killing a Black Lives Matter protester in 2020.

Axios · May 16, 2024

Texas governor pardons Uber driver convicted of murdering BLM protester

Garrett Foster’s partner said she is ‘heartbroken’ by the governor’s decision

The Independent UK · May 16, 2024

Abbott Aims to Pardon Racist Murderer Who Sent Explicit Texts to Apparent Minor

Greg Abbott didn't even wait a single day before calling for the potential pardon of racist murderer Daniel Perry.

Texas Observer · Apr 21, 2023