🔴 Edited for Time: Day 5 Part 2 - Ashley Benefield Black Swan Murder Trial

The Defense's case-in-chief continues. Ashley Benefield, a former ballerina, stands trial for the alleged murder of her husband amid a bitter custody battle.

Ashley Benefield, 32, faces charges of second-degree murder for the Sept. 2020 death of her husband, Douglas Benefield, 58, shot in Ashley’s bedroom. Ashley admits to pulling the trigger, claiming self-defense.

**TRIAL NOTES:**
- ON THE RECORD - Day 5, Judge Whyte
- Defense Witness 4 - Bruce Ferris, licensed mental health counselor (Gainesville, FL)
- Defense Witness 5 - Gianna Torchia, collaborated with Doug's attorney Stephanie Murphy
- OJP - dispute over police report debated outside jury presence
- Defense Witness 6 - Vincent Vizzaccaro, Realtor in Bradenton/Sarasota area

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