Defense’s Closing Argument
Prosecution’s Closing Argument
UPDATE: As of around 3 p.m., the court proceedings for the day have concluded. The jury is currently reviewing the facts and deciding on a verdict.
UTICA, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Defense attorneys representing the three former correction officers are making closing arguments in the Marcy Prison Trial.
Lawyers for David Kingsley, Matthew Galliher, and Nicholas Kieffer will each argue that the role of their clients in the brutal beating of inmate Robert Brooks was minimal.
Special Prosecutor Bill Fitzpatrick will go last, arguing he’s proven that the officers were part of a gang who had no care for Brooks’ life.
After the closing arguments, the jury will be formally charged by the judge. Judge Robert Bauer will instruct the jury on their duties and educate them on the elements of the charges needed to convict the defendants.
Charges Against Defendants
Matthew Galliher
- Murder
- Manslaughter
- Gang assault
David Kingsley
- Murder
- Manslaughter
Nicholas Kieffer
- Murder
- Manslaughter
- Gang Assault
- Offering a False Instrument for Filing
