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On January 23, 2023 I sketched opening statements in the trial of Cody Fohrenkam, accused of murdering high school student Deshaun Hill, Jr.
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The prosecuting attorney makes opening statements to the jury outlining why he believes Fohrenkam is guilty.
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Defense attorney Lisa Skrzeczkoski-Bzdusek makes opening statements as to why she believes her client is innocent.
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Testimony opened with Tuesday Sheppard, mother of the victim, testifying about the death of her son.
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Witness Ashley McNamara called 911 after the murder. She was one of the first witnesses to testify, and held a Kleenex to wipe away tears.
I was only in court for opening statements on Day 1 of the trial. However, on January 26 the jury found Fohrenkam guilty.