THE murder trial of Lloyd Britton for the murder of Elvis Fernandes on July 26, 2013, which began recently at the Demerara Assizes before Justice James Bovell-Drakes, is nearing an end.
Fernandes was in a minibus on the day in question when it is alleged, he was shot and killed by the accused.
The accused, according to witnesses, was subsequently arrested and charged with murder.
Ms Shawnettte Schmitz is heading the case for the prosecution, while Mr. Nigel Hughes is defending.
According to the prosecutrix, the State had brought the case, and as such must prove its case if the accused is to be found guilty.
Among other things, she said that the State would have to prove that Elvis died as a result of injuries received; that the accused inflicted the injuries; and that at the time he inflicted the injuries on Elvis, he did so with the intention to kill or to cause serious bodily harm.
The prosecution does not have to prove motive, or that the killing was premeditated. Also, there is no duty on the State to produce a murder weapon.
Yesterday afternoon, the State was conducting an inquiry into an allegation concerning two members of the jury.
Justice Bovell-Drakes will sum up the evidence to the jury next week, after which he would hand over the case to them for their consideration and verdict.