Sarah Boone testifies in trial for boyfriend's death in suitcase incident

newsweek.com October 23, 2024, 07:00 PM UTC

Sarah Boone, 46, is on trial for the second-degree murder of her boyfriend, Jorge Torres Jr., who died in 2020 after being trapped in a suitcase. Boone testified for hours, detailing their relationship and the events leading to Torres' death. During her testimony, Boone claimed Torres willingly entered the suitcase as part of a game. She described their day together, which included drinking and chores, but acknowledged that tensions rose later. Boone stated she felt safe speaking her mind while Torres was inside the suitcase. Boone also recounted a previous incident of alleged abuse by Torres, where she was stabbed during a fight. The trial continues with the defense calling expert witnesses before closing arguments are presented.


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