The jury in the trial of a man charged with murder in a highway shooting death near Calgary has heard closing arguments. The trial, which took place at the Calgary Courts Centre, saw the Crown and defense present their final submissions to the jury.
Case Details
The accused is facing a charge of second-degree murder in connection with the death of a man on a highway near Calgary. The shooting occurred in 2023, and the trial has been ongoing for several weeks. The jury heard evidence from multiple witnesses, including eyewitnesses and forensic experts.
Closing Arguments
In their closing arguments, the Crown argued that the evidence presented proved beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused intentionally shot the victim. The defense, however, contended that the evidence was circumstantial and that there was reasonable doubt about the accused's guilt.
The jury has been instructed by the judge on the relevant law and has now begun deliberations. The outcome of the trial is expected in the coming days.
