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Let’s see if we can score some more points today.
3rd request for mistrial lodged, citing prosecutorial misconduct re: cell phone records.
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SJ
I’ve never seen such a shambles. The prosecutor purposefully dropping evidence, solely in an attempt to demonstrate how long it’d take to hit the ground? Isn’t it obvious to anyone that it’d take less than half a second to drop anything to the ground like a camera or iPhone?
Not to digress too much — but can you imagine Jose Baez throwing one of George’s gas cans across the courtroom just to see how far it could travel? Judge Belvin Perry would of had JB’s nuts in a wringer faster that you can say capital sexual battery.
Ain’t that the truth.
Martinez is basically and single-handedly not only making an ass of himself every day, he’s also making an ass of the state.
Check out the camera incident and the accompanying mistrial request video below, which is currently under advisement:
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The defense did right in requesting a mistrial for the 2nd time… not just for the state attempting to destroy pivotal evidence (i.e. the camera), but also based on Melendez’ half-assed change of testimony, the text message fiasco, and the earlier change of testimony from the state’s star witness Esteban Flores. The accusation of misconduct & deceit on the part of the state was more than justified.
Let’s see how the judge rules this time – even though (as usual) it’s highly unlikely she’s gonna side with the defense or see any “wrong doing”.
On a more positive note, all of the above shenanigans is doing wonders for Jodi and for Jodi’s defense team. I also think it’d be safe to say the jury are equally un-impressed with it all.
Martinez… prepare to lose your first case, buster. How you’ve won so many I have no idea, and nor has anyone else if they’re honest.
Your thoughts?
SJ
PS. The AZ-Central bedroom pic show (via the live feed) was really the icing on the cake. In case you missed it, I don’t think it was accidental. They basically broadcast the clips of Martinez showing the “bedroom pics” that were specifically cut from the live broadcast (for obvious reasons). That 2-3 minute clip then had to be edited, re-wound, set up and then re-broadcast. It was no accident.
CLICK HERE FOR DAY 6 VIDEO RECORDING
Today’s witnesses are Yreka police officer Kevin Friedman who investigated a burglary at Jodi’s grandparents’ home on May 28, 2008. Mesa, AZ officer Michael Melendez who recovered the deleted photos from the digital camera found in the washing machine, and Mr Impeachment himself… (drum roll please…) Esteban Flores.
Click here to read my review of Day 6.
Should be another interesting week.
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SJ
Recordings of all the previous 5 trial days have now been added:
Day 1 – Day 2 – Day 3 – Day 4 – Day 5
So far, we’ve learned that TA is officially dead, and that they found blood in the bathroom. Yup. Ain’t that the truth.
We also had to contend with the one-man-sideshow Esteban Flores… Arizona’s very own version of Yuri Melich… going out of his way to make it up as he went along and impeach himself at every opportunity. So much for the prosecutions “star witness”.
Following that, we had multiple viewings of TA’s bedding, shorts, socks, t-shirts & towels – all apparently washed together, even though only a few of them had bleach marks. Interesting to say the least.
Throw in a handful of Martinez meltdowns, countless sidebars, recesses, lunch breaks & gas receipts – coupled with enough reasonable doubt to sink several ships – and overall it was a pretty good week for the defense, especially going on the limited number of witnesses they’ve called to date… dont’ya think?
Make no mistake… progress might be slow, but we are winning… and we will be victorious.
You can mark my words on that.
Your thoughts?
SJ
PS. What’s actually in the picture below, and where was it taken?
Is this the same pic from the 3/13/2009 Supplement Narrative where it’s states – “Upper part of body pulled off the ground by an unknown suspect… only right leg/foot visible… dark colored pants… picture taken in hallway between master bedroom & master bathroom…” – ?
UPDATE: Here’s an image of the above picture generated via 3d modeling software, and kindly provided by Michael L:
Here’s another interesting post from Matt McCartney – detailing his 2 year relationship with Jodi – originally posted Jan 3rd 2013:
Court Minutes doc #1 – 5-24-2011 ——- Court Minutes doc #2 – 5-25-2011
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“Take a look at her permanently deformed hand, where he broke her finger in one of his many angry outbursts.
Q. Why wasn’t it set?
A. She didn’t go to the hospital that’s why. She was protecting him.
Q. Why didn’t she go to the hospital???
A. Because a report would be made that could lead back to him and he knew it.
Jodi is an artist. Her hands are a critical element in her life. Not only is she a photographer, she is also a painter.
I personally witnessed the purple finger shaped bruises on her neck. She originally claimed was from a seat belt. Later, after much debate, she admitted they were from him. She assured me that: “He is a good man” and “He didn’t mean it”.
In one of our many conversations, I asked her why she wouldn’t “Just leave him.”
She said: “I can’t leave him, you don’t understand, I’ve tried. He wont let me!” She refused to elaborate.
I was Jodi’s boyfriend for around two years and in that time, she wouldn’t so much as squish a bug. I caught her on many occasions, fishing bugs out of the tub, so they wouldn’t get washed down the drain. She had this crazy neurotic cat, that would flip out and attack her for no reason and she didn’t so much as swat it. Jodi is NOT a violent person!
When we ended our relationship, I was living and working at a distance. During that period, I began spending time with a colleague. One of my douche bag coworkers decided to “inform” her. There was lots of crying, many talks and a few letters. She was NEVER VIOLENT in any way. We remained friends and since then, she had a few other relationships ending with Travis. I personally know the man she was with before Travis. He and Jodi maintained a friendly relationship after they parted. He also had NO issues with violence. So why now? What changed?
Before Jodi was arrested we would talk on a regular basis. I am one of her longest lasting friends and former lovers. I could be a important character witness. At one point, I asked Jodi to leave me out of this situation, so as not draw attention to myself or my new family and since then, she has.
Her life is on the line. She could get the death penalty. Yet she’s made it a point not to involve me.
Why? Because I asked her not to….
That is the kind of person Jodi is!”
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Prior to the afternoon recess, it was interesting to see Flores finally admitting he was “Mistaken” in his earlier statements, and his conflicting sworn testimony relating to the ME. Was he also mistaken when he mentioned “multiple intruders” and “possibly a robbery” in his initial reports, before he got gang-banged by Searle and his Muppets? Go figure.
This afternoon should be interesting. Prepare for another trademark Martinez meltdown as another one of his key witnesses come off the rails big time. Priceless.
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SJ
Previous trial video is available via the Trial Video & Audio dropdown menu above.
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Martinez proves once again he’s just as clueless & piss poor as the witnesses he’s calling.
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SJ
CLICK HERE FOR DAY 3 VIDEO RECORDING
After being subjected to more gibberish from the “King of the Muppets” himself – Taylor Searle on JVM last night – it’s good to get back to reality with day 3 of the trial.
I also started adding recordings of the previous days’ live trial coverage. You can find those in the “Trial Video & Audio” dropdown menu link above.
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SJ
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Looks like Juan Martinez has some anger issues of his own today. Shouting down his own witness? What’s next? Some joke about pigs in a blanket?
It gets better every day.
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SJ
CLICK HERE FOR DAY 1 VIDEO RECORDING
Good to see bondage-boy TA finally being ousted for the bad tempered perverted bastard he really is.
Not too sure why we keep having to watch the bald pimp and his 2 hookers sat on the front row.
I also just checked the online book of Mormon… but I can’t seem to find any reference to simulating sex with a 12 year old girl while she’s tied to a tree in pigtails. Did I miss it?
Also good to see the prosecution’s first witness. Yep. They actually managed to find a girl that TA didn’t have sex with.
REPENT!
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SJ