Elaina Mammen murder suspect’s case sent to grand jury

Mammen's father thanks community for support during grieving time

January 10, 2023

Hannah Woosley-Collins, Ana Medina,

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) — Hubert Riley, one of the suspects in the fatal shootinng of Elaina Mammen, had his case sent to the grand jury Tuesday morning in court.

On December 10th of last year, Lexington police were called to Colonnade Drive for a report of shots fired.

When officers arrived, Elaina Mammen was pronounced dead at the scene, by the county coroner.

“Everyone involved is taking this very, very seriously. And it should be because of gun violence in this country,” said Dennis Mammen, Elaina’s father.

Riley was arrested on December 21st and is facing charges of murder, wanton endangerment, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and criminal mischief.

In addition to Hubert Riley, a 15-year-old is also facing charges in connection to the shooting death of Mammen.

Mammen adds that parents in general should also feel the weight of the law, for the actions of their children.

“I think the parents should face some serious consequences for what’s happening with their juveniles because, just because they can be tried as a juveniles and as an adult.”

Mammen adds that the support his family has received has not gone unnoticed.

“I really appreciate the support of the community. And it’s helped me a lot to cope with this tragedy right now,” he says.

Still heartbroken, Mammen says he wants people to remember Elaina for who she was.

“Beautiful she was just beautiful, in every sense of the word,” he added.

The 15 year old also charged in connection to Elaina’s murder will be appearing in court later this month.

Elaina would’ve celebrated he 20th birthday, on January 5th.