OJ Challenges Authenticity of Virtual Complainant Statements  

Today, attorney Orson Elrington made his third appearance in court for a matter involving an alleged rape that was reported in January. During the session, the D.P.P. provided partial disclosure and stated verbally all the evidence they intend to rely on at the preliminary inquiry. The defense, however, is seeking to challenge the authenticity of the electronic reports given by the alleged victim. Attorney Norman Rodriguez indicated to the court today that he wants to visit the precinct where the statements were purportedly recorded, including San Ignacio, San Pedro, and Belize City. In court, Elrington indicated that the need to verify these statements stems from a suspicion that the defense will be provided with accurate statements.

 

Norman Rodriguez, Attorney at Law

“We came today for disclosure to be served on the defens  and it was served the law requires that the prosecution prompt serves on the defense what it intends to rely on at the preliminary inquiry that was done. However, instructed by my client, we requested  certain  evidence that we believe can assist us  in deciding whether we’re going to make  any application or submission against the  committal to the high court or whether we’re not going to make it. We believe based on discussion with our clients and the other attorneys that there is evidence that is able to help us. However, the D.P.P.’s submission was that  she complied with the law and rightly we still need that  and the court has,  with the consent of the D.P.P., allowed us an opportunity to  go to the police stations and view certain electronic evidence. We come back on the 18th,  at which time the D.P.P. will serve additional evidence and the preliminary inquiry can be held any time thereafter  on the second  or after the second  of July,  which is two weeks, minimum of two weeks  after the  disclosure is made.”