📂 Friday, November 8, 1996 — Day 12
◀ Civil Trial
📅 Friday, November 8, 1996 15 proceedings 1314 lines
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Day 12 — Friday, November 8, 1996

Forensic Expert Testifies Simpson's Wounds Link Him to Crime
Judge Hiroshi Fujisaki • Civil Trial • 15 proceedings • 1314 lines
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Plaintiffs presented Dr. Werner Spitz, a leading forensic pathologist, who provided detailed testimony about the sequence and mechanics of both victims' wounds, concluding the attack lasted under 15 seconds. 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
Day 12 • 15 proceedings • 1314 lines
Civil Trial
Department 103
📂 Day 12 — NOV 8, 1996
NOV 8, 1996