Sarah Boone on Trial for Boyfriend's Death

Sarah Boone, on trial for the second-degree murder of her boyfriend Jorge Torres Jr., testified that she kept him zipped inside a suitcase out of fear for her life, claiming he was abusive and had threatened her. Boone described the incident in February 2020 as part of a drunken game of 'hide-and-seek' and stated she did not intend for him to die, believing he could breathe inside the suitcase. Her defense argues she suffered from Battered Spouse Syndrome, impacting her decision-making and perception of threats. Prosecutors contend that Boone's actions were intentional, citing her taunting responses to Torres's pleas for help recorded on her cellphone. The trial has revealed conflicting narratives of abuse and fear, with the prosecution asserting malicious intent while the defense emphasizes self-defense. The court has allowed Boone to argue her battered spouse defense, which could influence the jury's perception of her actions.