BLOG: HPD officer questioned about body-worn cameras during Gerald Goines’ murder trial

HOUSTON, Texas – The first week of the murder trial for former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines is nearly complete.

Goines faces charges related to the fatal 2019 Harding Street raid, which resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle, Rhogena Nicholas, and their dog. On Monday, he entered a plea of not guilty.

The trial’s opening week has already revealed significant revelations, including an emotional testimony from Goines’ former partner, Steven Bryant.

For a recap of the key moments and developments from the first four days of the trial, check out our coverage:

KPRC 2 Investigates team Reporter Mario Diaz, Senior Investigates Producer Jason Nguyen, Senior Special Projects Producer Andrea Slaydon, and Digital Content Specialist Ninfa Saavedra will be at the trial dishing out the latest updates for ‘The Bench: Gerald Goines.’

9:55 a.m. – Crime Scene Investigator Molli D called to the stand

Houston Forensic Science Crime Scene Investigator Molli D is the next witness on the stand. She responded to the Harding Street home crime scene on Jan. 28, 2019. Molli said she was a part of a team of five, she was not the only crime scene investigator available.

9:19 a.m. – Court in session – Jury brought in