tense Plaintiffs presented Dr. Werner Spitz, a leading forensic pathologist, who provided detailed testimony about the sequence and mechanics of both victims' wounds, estimating Nicole's altercation at less than 15 seconds and Goldman's struggle at around a minute, give or take. Spitz identified marks on Simpson's hands that he said were consistent with a victim trying to break free from a restraining hold. The defense aggressively cross-examined Spitz, attacking his credibility through his high fees and lack of preparation, while highlighting that DNA found under Nicole's fingernails matched no known person at the crime scene.
- Dr. Werner Spitz, author of the leading forensic pathology textbook with 43 years experience, testifies for plaintiffs about detailed wound analysis
- Dr. Spitz identifies several wounds on Simpson's hands as fingernail marks consistent with a victim trying to break free from a restraining hold
- Spitz concludes Ron Goldman's fatal aorta wound caused massive internal bleeding with minimal external blood—meaning little would transfer to the assailant
- Defense attorney Baker attacks Spitz's credibility, highlighting his $3,000/day fee and lack of written case notes
- Baker scores significant point: the only DNA found under a victim's fingernail matched no known person at the crime scene
- Multiple disputes over admissibility of autopsy photographs and demonstrative evidence during the day