Prosecution, defense rests in federal hate crimes trial of Ahmaud Arbery's killers
Prosecution, defense rests in federal hate crimes trial of Ahmaud Arbery's killers, closing arguments Monday
Prosecutors also called a GBI firearms expert to testify.
Arbery’s father, Marcus Arbery Sr. had to leave the courtroom twice. It was during the times the fire arms expert showcased the actual 12 gauge shotgun that was used on his son and pictures of his bloodied shirt with holes.
The fire arms expert says Travis McMichael was in contact/near contact range. Meaning, Travis shot Ahmaud at a very close range and the barrel probably inches away from Arbery’s chest.
Arbery's father, Marcus Arbery Sr. left the courtroom before the medical examiner showcased photos of Abery's body. The examiner said Arbery's wounds were so severe, it would not have been possible to save him. The doctor believed he suffered "three medically significant wounds." That includes a grazed shotgun wound to the wrist and the center of his chest. The doctor said those two areas were hit at the same time.
On Wednesday, the state's witnesses gave disturbing testimony detailing a long history of racist text messages and social media posts by all three defendants, dating back several years.
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