Homicide Trial Continues With a Long Day of Testimonies

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A homicide trial resumed with several witnesses called in to testify regarding their role in the DNA extraction of evidence.

Co-defendants Saquan Williams, 20, and Quincy Garvin, 22, are charged with first-degree murder while armed, possession of a firearm, criminal street gang affiliation and conspiracy in connection to the fatal shooting of 24-year-old Carl Hardy on the 1200 block of I Street, SE, on Sept. 10, 2017.

During the trial on June 16, the prosecutor called a series of Bode Technology forensic technologists and analysts who assisted in the DNA extraction and amplification of two pieces of evidence taken from Williams’ apartment. Each witness was briefly quizzed on their role in the forensic evidence procedure, none of which took more than a few minutes.

The majority of the day revolved around a witness, called by the prosecution, who was asked to testify regarding his criminal past and his knowledge of any Wellington Park individuals.

After not much success, the prosecution went through the witness’ charges, many of which were dropped because of a plea deal.

The cross-examination by the prosecutor recounted many of the federal gun charges the witness pleaded guilty to in order to get less time. He also showed a music video the witness made to show how all the weapons used in the video were props, not real weapons.

Judge Robert Okun scheduled the trial to resume on June 21.

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