Final arguments set in trial of ex-officer Matthew Farwell
The case concerns the 2021 death of pregnant Sandra Birchmore, allegedly killed to hide a relationship that began when she was 15.
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What happened
Closing arguments are set to begin in the trial of former Massachusetts police officer Matthew Farwell, who is accused of killing Sandra Birchmore. Birchmore was pregnant when she died in 2021, and Farwell is accused of killing her to keep her from revealing an illicit sexual relationship from when she was 15. The fate of Farwell is expected to go to the jury soon.
Why it matters
Once the case reaches the jury, it will decide Farwell's fate.
Timeline
- Nov 6, 2:44 AM ET: Closing arguments were expected to begin in the trial of former Massachusetts police officer Matthew Farwell.
- Nov 6, 10:45 AM ET: Farwell's fate was expected to go to the jury soon.
Coverage
- Key moments from ex-cop's trial in the death of Sandra Birchmore (CBS News)
- Closing arguments expected in trial of ex-cop accused of killing Sandra Birchmore (ABC News)
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