Article 5GJSX Chauvin trial: prosecution quizzes defense witness over carbon monoxide claim – as it happened

Chauvin trial: prosecution quizzes defense witness over carbon monoxide claim – as it happened

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Victoria Bekiempis
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10.33pm BST

The 13th day of trial testimony in Derek Chauvin's murder trial has come to a close. These proceedings marked the second day of Chauvin's defense case. Chauvin's lawyer, Eric Nelson, called Dr David Fowler to testify as an expert witness.

Fowler, a forensic pathologist, testified that factors other than Chauvin's restraint caused George Floyd's death. The prosecution, however, poked holes in his claims - including Fowler's statement that carbon monoxide poisoning might have played a role.

9.48pm BST

Dr David Fowler, the forensic pathologist who took the stand for Chauvin's defense, has completed his testimony. The judge has told jurors that court is over for the day. We will soon bring you a detailed recap of the day's events.

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