Chapter 5 – Justice in Court
Chapter 5 – Justice in Court
Six months later, the courtroom was packed.
Medical experts confirmed Bridget's spinal injuries were entirely consistent with a violent push from behind.
Digital forensic specialists restored the deleted surveillance footage.
The video showed Tyler forcing Bridget backward moments before the railing collapsed.
Marcus accepted a plea agreement for tampering with evidence and testified against Tyler.
Harold and Diane both admitted under oath that they had pressured witnesses to describe the incident as an accident.
Neither parent looked at Bridget during the trial.
After four hours of deliberation, the jury returned.
"Guilty."
Tyler was convicted of aggravated assault, attempted manslaughter, witness intimidation, and conspiracy to destroy evidence.
As deputies escorted him away, he turned toward Bridget one last time.
She didn't say a word.
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She simply looked forward.
His power over her had ended.
