The judge presiding over the Coutts murder conspiracy trial has issued a warning to the jury regarding the defence’s statement. The trial, which has been ongoing for several weeks, centers around the alleged murder of a man in the small town of Coutts, Alberta.
During the trial, the defence presented their statement, which the judge deemed to be potentially misleading to the jury. In response, the judge cautioned the jury to carefully consider the evidence presented and to not be swayed by the defence’s statement.
The accused, who cannot be named due to a publication ban, is facing charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder. The victim, also unnamed, was found dead in his home in Coutts in 2018.
The prosecution has presented evidence that the accused conspired with others to carry out the murder, while the defence has argued that there is no concrete evidence linking their client to the crime.
The judge’s warning to the jury serves as a reminder of their duty to carefully consider all evidence presented in the trial and to not be influenced by any statements made by either the prosecution or the defence.
The trial is expected to continue for several more weeks as the jury deliberates on the evidence presented. The judge has urged the jury to remain impartial and to base their decision solely on the facts presented in the courtroom.
The accused remains in custody until the conclusion of the trial. The victim’s family and friends continue to seek justice for their loved one as the trial progresses.
