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Former Miami-Dade transit worker sentenced to life in prison for 2009 rape and attempted murder
By Nikiya Carrero at CBS4 Miami
· July 11, 2026
· 2 min read
A Miami -Dade judge on Friday sentenced a former transit worker to life in prison plus 60 years for the 2009 rape and attempted murder of an 18-year-old woman.Gregory Martin, 56, was sentenced for the brutal attack that occurred in July 2009. During the hearing, prosecutors detailed the violence of t
Key takeaway Gregory Martin, 56, was sentenced for the brutal attack that occurred in July 2009.
Why this matters in The Miami
The sentencing of Gregory Martin brings a measure of closure to the survivor of the 2009 rape and attempted murder, but it also raises questions about the handling of violent crimes in Miami-Dade County. The fact that Martin was able to evade justice for so long, and was only caught after his DNA was collected in connection with another crime, highlights the importance of thorough investigations and the use of DNA evidence in solving cases. As Martin awaits trial for the 2000 rape and murder of 13-year-old Cynteria Phillips, the community is reminded of the need for vigilance and support for victims of violent crimes. The Phillips case, one of the oldest open cases in the county, has been pending for over two decades, and its resolution will be closely watched by the community, particularly in neighborhoods near Miami Edison Senior High School, where Phillips' body was found.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Miami-Dade judge on Friday sentenced a former transit worker to life in prison plus 60 years for the 2009 rape and attempted murder of an 18-year-old woman.Gregory Martin, 56, was sentenced for the brutal attack that occurred in July 2009. During the hearing, prosecutors detailed the violence of t
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