Carla Hughes Verdict
October 14th, 2009 | by admin | 1,094 views
The jury is still sequestered in the Carla Hughes double capital murder trial in Canton. Carla Hughes was accused of the 2006 murder of Avis Banks of Ridgeland.
Jurors asked the judge today if they could have Carla Hughes called to the stand; and of course, the Judge said no, and that they should refer to their jury instructions. Carla Hughes has stated that she would not testify in her own case.
The trial was concluded Monday evening, and both sides had strong arguments.
Prosecutors said that the evidence points towards only one person…Carla Hughes. Banks blood was found on shoes that were taken from Hughes home, and Hughes gun matched bullets found at the murder scene.
The defense attorney’s shifted the blame from Hughes and onto another suspect, Keon Pittman. Keon Pittman was engaged to Avis Banks and the couple worked together at Chastain Middle school.
If Hughes is found guilty, she could face life in prison or the death penalty.
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By tonya on Oct 14, 2009
looks can be deceiving she really looked like she really didn’t care until they found her gulity.
By keeshan guice on Oct 15, 2009
Carla has got to be a fool if she is not talking,that’s not a good look if you have nothing to hide.she should feel stupid and keyon has moved on with his life.
By debra ware on Oct 15, 2009
I think they both did this terrible crime. That Keon Pittman is a low down and dirty DOG!!!To let that girl go down by herself! What kind of person does this? This truly a crime of hate! He did not want a baby Avis Banks, so he used Carla Hughes to do his Dirty work! And he had gun residue on his fingers that clearly tells that he is one holding the gun. And they should have done that a little bit better then that!!