Pretty Lies And Alibis

RECAP Miguel Olivares Trial- Opening Statement's & 1st Witness Victim- Faith's Hedgepeth's Niece

Pretty Lies And Alibis

Show Notes

Day 1 of the Miguel Salguero Olivares murder trial begins with opening statements from both the prosecution and defense, followed by the first witness taking the stand.

Salguero Olivares is charged in connection with the 2012 killing of 19-year-old UNC student Faith Hedgepeth.

In this recap, we break down the competing theories presented to the jury, the evidence both sides say will become important during the trial, and the testimony beginning to introduce jurors to Faith and her life.

The defense also raised questions about the original investigation, the crime scene, forensic evidence, and other circumstances jurors will be asked to consider as the case unfolds.

We’ll be following the testimony throughout the trial and breaking down the major developments each day.

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