JUSTICE James Bovell-Drakes is conducting a voir dire (a trial within a trial) to determine the admissibility of a caution statement said to be given to the police by murder accused, Mark Samuels, in relation to the killing of his reputed wife Chandrawattie Lalla, called Anjie.

The offence is said to have been committed on November 23, 2007.

The voir dire is being conducted by Mr. Ganesh Hira in association with Miss Judith Gildharie-Mursalin and Miss Latchmie Rahamat.

Attorney-at-Law, Mr. Huckumchand, in association with Miss. Kamini Parag is appearing for the accused, who was attired in a white gown with a crucifix.
The hearing continues today. (George Barclay)