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Final testimonies made in Richard Ford capital murder trial

By: Lily Celeste

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The jury was dismissed for the day after the state rested its case against Richard Ford Wednesday.

The defense also rested for the day after waiving their right to present.

READ MORE: Week one of Richard Ford murder trial wraps up

Ford is accused of kidnapping and killing his ex-wife — Melissa Banda — in Aug. 2020. He’s charged with capital murder in his trial that started last week.

Ford was placed under oath without the jury present and was asked if he wanted to testify. He wanted to remain silent.

Closing arguments are expected to be made Wednesday before the jury deliberates.

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