The Crown completed the presentation of its evidence on Friday morning at 13at day of the trial of Steve Lévesque. The man was charged with murder in 2at Maxime Dugas-Lepage degree.
Forensic biologist Karine Gibson, who began her testimony Thursday, delivered to the jury the conclusion of her examination of the drops of blood present at the crime scene.
At the conclusion of his observations, he concluded that the main bloodshed was found in the dining room and near the kitchen of Mario Lafontaine’s residence.
The specialist confirms that the blood droplets indicate that they came from a source located at low altitude. In particular, they would have been thrown in the direction of the refrigerator and in the black trash can.
However, Karine Gibson was unable to trace the circumstances due to the absence of the victim’s body and the cleanup of the crime scene.
The forensic biologist also mentioned in court some ideas of his work in analyzing blood projections. Hence, he explained to the jury that he had encountered certain types of blood, among others, in the dining room and in the kitchen.
His observations led him to believe that the objects in the room were located in almost the same places at the time of the crime as at the time of his examination.
Ms. also reminded. Gibson figured that the samplesDNA led to the conclusion that it was indeed the blood of the victim Maxime Dugas-Lepage.
Several samples made it possible to identify his blood at the crime scene. They were positive on the grate under the sink cabinet, on a chair, on the floor side of the hallway, and on the floor between the window and the chair.
The defense attorney, Me Pierre L’Écuyer, did not cross-examine the witness. As part of presenting its evidence, the Crown called a total of 29 witnesses.
The court proceedings will resume on Tuesday, when the defense will begin presenting its evidence. The accused may testify.
Source: Radio-Canada
