Prosecutors Rest Case Against Ex-Uvalde Officer Adrian Gonzales
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Corpus Christi, Texas — Prosecutors rested their case Tuesday against former Uvalde school police officer Adrian Gonzales after nine days of testimony and three dozen witnesses. He faces 29 child endangerment counts for the May 24, 2022 Robb Elementary shooting that killed 19 students, two teachers and wounded 10 others. Defense witnesses, including an eyewitness and a trainer, said Gonzales may not have seen the shooter and suffered tunnel vision. Prosecutors say he failed to follow training during critical minutes. Closing arguments and jury deliberations were scheduled to begin Wednesday. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. May 24, 2022: Robb Elementary shooting kills 19 students and two teachers.
- 2. Authorities identify Adrian Gonzales as one of the first responding officers.
- 3. State charges Gonzales with 29 counts of child abandonment/endangerment.
- 4. Prosecutors present nine days of testimony and about three dozen witnesses.
- 5. Defense presents eyewitness and expert testimony; closing arguments set and jury deliberations scheduled.
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