A former Las Vegas-area politician is currently on trial for the killing of veteran investigative reporter Jeff German. The defendant, who denies the charges, faced intense questioning in court on Thursday, including a pivotal moment when a text message from his wife was presented.
The prosecutor highlighted cellphone records that raised suspicions about the defendant's whereabouts at the time of the murder. The defendant admitted that he could have deleted the incriminating message but did not confirm doing so.
The trial has focused on establishing the defendant's movements on the day of the murder, with security footage showing a vehicle resembling his in the vicinity of the crime scene. The defendant himself referred to the person in the footage as German's killer.
The defendant, a former Democratic official, has been in custody since his arrest and faces a potential life sentence if convicted. He claimed in his testimony that he was framed by a political and social network opposed to his anti-corruption efforts.
The prosecution rested its case after presenting extensive evidence, including DNA found under the victim's fingernails and items allegedly planted in the defendant's home. However, key pieces of evidence, such as the murder weapon, remain missing.
The trial is set to continue with further testimony and closing arguments expected next week. The defendant maintains his innocence, stating, 'I didn't kill Mr. German. And that's my testimony.'
