End Nears for Policeman's Trial in Freddie Gray Death

The fate of Officer William Porter may soon be in the hands of a Baltimore jury.

Porter is the Baltimore Police officer charged with manslaughter, second-degree assault, reckless endangerment and misconduct in office in connection with the detainment of Freddie Gray.

Gray, a 25-year-old Baltimore man, was arrested April 12 and died in police custody a week later. After his funeral in late April, there were riots in parts of the city, drawing the National Guard to help quell the unrest.

Days after the riots, State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby announced charges against six officers involved in Gray’s detainment, ranging from misconduct in office to murder. Porter is the first officer to stand trial.

The defense rested its case on Friday, Dec. 11, and closing arguments are anticipated Monday.

Baltimore City Circuit Court Judge Barry Williams has said that the trial will conclude by Thursday, Dec. 17.

According to WBAL, Williams may give the jury instructions on Monday that they are not required to meet a deadline.

Trial Timeline

Monday, Nov. 30, to Wednesday, Dec. 2—Jury selected

Wednesday, Dec. 2—Opening statements

Wednesday, Dec. 2, to Tuesday, Dec. 8—State presents case

Wednesday, Dec. 9 to Friday, Dec. 11—Defense presents case

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