Martin MacNeill Opening Statements, Rebecca Sedwick Suicide from FB Bullying

Episode 68 : Crime Time

Episode Synopsis

The opening arguments have been made in the murder trial of Dr. Martin MacNeill, and we look at the first statements from the defense and prosecution, court video, and preliminary theories and suspicions being voiced to the jury. We also discuss the potential effect of social conservatism on the Utah jurors, and the senseless social media bullying that led to the suicide of teenager Rebecca Sedwick on this Crime Time with author and former prosecutor Loni Coombs.

Episode Breakdown

00:01 Today on Crime Time.

00:10 Welcoming Loni Coombs.

00:20 Defense and Prosecution opening arguments.

05:30 Dr. MacNeill’s defense attorney, Susanne Gustin.

08:30 Witness Ada MacNeill’s testimony.

13:30 Allegations by Dr. MacNeill’s mistress.

17:50 Witness Alexis MacNeill’s testimony.

23:10 The role of religion within the jury.

27:55 Dr. MacNeill’s behavior following his wife’s death.

30:30 Nancy Grace and Dr. MacNeill’s courtroom demeanor.

32:20 Online bullying and the death of Rebecca Sedwick.

34:00 Law enforcement’s role in social media bullying.

38:00 Thanks and Goodbye.

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