UTICA, N.Y. (WSYR-TV)-- Today, the jury heard from five witnesses and also viewed the brutal video of Robert Brooks' death.
1. Dr. Andrea Martin – Emergency Physician (Wynn Hospital)
Prosecution (10:00 a.m.):
Treated Robert Brooks on Dec. 7, 2024, after an inmate assault.
"Brooks was alert, respectful, with no signs of mental impairment."
She explains that CT scans and X-rays showed no fractures, brain bleed, or other serious injuries.
Defense (10:20 a.m.)
Asked about potential breathing issues from nose injury — she said his nose injury was slight.
Clarified concussions wouldn't show on scans, and swelling wouldn't distort CT results.
2. Michael Peacock – Inmate Eyewitness to previous assaults at Mohawk Correctional Facility
Prosecution (10:40 a.m.)
Described two inmate assault