The Crown and the defense resting their cases in the 2nd degree murder trial of 27 year old Crystal Dawn McKenzie.
She's charged in the stabbing death of her common law husband, 29 year old Patrick Thomas, back in March.
The defense argues McKenzie had no intention to kill Thomas but was trying to defend herself and her home. They say she wanted to keep him out of their Alma Street apartment but struck him with the knife when he had his hands around her throat. The defense also stressed the years of abuse she endured.
The crown argues McKenzie had many other options aside from stabbing Thomas, such as calling the police or seeking help from friends. She followed Thomas throughout the streets seeking confrontation, which lead to her being dragged and choked on Waterloo Street. The crown says Thomas never tried to get into their Alma Street apartment. They say she was fed up and snapped from being in an abusive relationship for years. The crown reiterated that several witnesses heard her say she was going to kill him.
The jury is currently in deliberation.
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