Jury Deliberations Begin in Edward Holley Murder Case

Jury deliberations have begun in the high-profile murder trial of Edward Holley, accused of killing his former girlfriend Megan McDonald in 2003. The defense, led by attorney Paul Weber, opted not to call any witnesses, arguing that prosecutors failed to present sufficient evidence to link Holley to the crime scene, despite nearly 50 witnesses testifying. Prosecutors contended that Holley's rage was the motive behind McDonald's brutal murder, evidenced by significant injuries found on her body. The trial highlighted inconsistencies in testimonies, particularly regarding another suspect, Paul Simpson, who had a history of domestic violence with McDonald and conflicting statements about their relationship before her death. Holley was arrested in 2023 after new DNA evidence allegedly connected him to the cold case, which had garnered extensive media attention over the years. If convicted, Holley faces 25 years to life in prison.