Closing arguments delivered in Nashville murder trial

Jurors in Nashville listened to closing arguments on Friday in the murder trial of Isaiah Berkley. He is accused of killing David Huddleston in a robbery that was allegedly arranged by Huddleston's sister. This incident happened in 2015 when Huddleston was shot while sitting in a car with his wife on family property. The case went unsolved for years until three men were arrested last year. Berkley, 28, is being tried separately from the other two men, Antonio Martin and Jaimerio Askew. All three are charged with first-degree murder and felony murder, which means they can be held responsible even if they did not pull the trigger. The family disputes began after Charles S. Huddleston, known as “Big Daddy,” died in 2013, leaving an incomplete will. David Huddleston and one of his brothers were named executors. This caused tension among the six siblings. David's sister, who is not named, allegedly hired Berkley to rob her brother because she was facing financial difficulties. During the closing arguments, Deputy District Attorney Amy Hunter said Berkley was connected to the family through his mother's friendship with the sister. Cell phone records placed him at the scene, and the weapon used in the shooting was linked to him. Testimony from Trenton Raybon, who claimed Berkley confessed to him, was crucial for the prosecution. Hunter stated that Berkley showed no remorse during this confession. Defense Attorney David Hopkins argued that the prosecution lacked strong evidence, noting there were no DNA or fingerprint matches and no eyewitnesses. He questioned Raybon's credibility, suggesting he had reasons to cooperate with police due to his own legal troubles. Hopkins pointed out that despite the alleged robbery, no money was taken from the car. Jurors were set to start their deliberations on Friday.