Tensions flared in the Nigel Christian murder trial on Wednesday when a defence attorney accused a CID officer of lying during cross-examination.
Attorney Wendel Alexander, representing Saleim Harrigan, made the remark after challenging the officer’s account of police procedures and her inability to recall statements allegedly made by a key witness.
He also questioned why interviews in a case of this scale were not video recorded, with the officer saying such decisions were made by her superiors.
Attorney Sherfield Bowen, for Wayne Thomas, focused on his client’s interview, noting it was conducted without a lawyer present.
While the officer said Thomas was informed of his rights and agreed to proceed, she could not confirm whether he was asked about legal representation or produce records showing he had been fed in custody. Bowen highlighted that Thomas was cooperative throughout.
Attorney Michael Archibald, representing Lasean Bully, raised concerns about investigators referencing DNA evidence before items had been sent for testing.
Earlier, a 911 supervisor returned with a logbook entry indicating an emergency call was received at 6:39 p.m. on the day of the killing, but admitted the record was made months later and not independently verified.
The court also heard from a farmer who reported finding the victim’s abandoned truck near his Cassada Gardens property.
The trial continues Thursday.