Man convicted of killing woman who rejected his romantic advances receives life sentence

A man convicted of killing a woman who rejected his advances to begin a romantic relationship will serve a life sentence after being found guilty earlier this month. Jose Luis Lopez Xique, 27, was sentenced Thursday to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murder of Kayli Arseth. “My thoughts are fully with Kayli’s loved ones today,” Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty said. “Kayli should still be with us, enjoying music, art, and restoring her motorcycle. These ‘rejection killings’ are deeply rooted in misogyny and are part of a broader pattern of gender-based violence targeting women. I’m grateful to our trial team and our victim services staff, and the members of the jury for their service in holding Mr. Lopez Xique accountable.” Xique was convicted of killing Arseth in June of 2025. Court records state Xique and Arseth had a platonic relationship, with the two meeting online and Arseth saying she only wanted a friendship with Xique. Court recor