The Investigation of the Menendez Murder Case: Detective Zola's Testimony

TLDRDetective Zola testifies about the investigation of the Menendez murder case, providing details about photos taken at the crime scene and the preservation of evidence. He also mentions the discovery of glasses with traces of blueberries and whipped cream in the kitchen. No foreign currency or ammunition was found. Lyle Menendez cross-examines Detective Zola.

Key insights

🔒Photographs of the crime scene are crucial in a homicide investigation and help preserve evidence.

💡Proper police procedure involves not moving items at a crime scene and not introducing new items.

👀The master bedroom had a computer and an exercise bike.

💰No foreign currency was found at the crime scene.

🔫No ammunition was found in connection with the rifles in the closet.

Q&A

What were the traces found on the glasses in the kitchen?

The traces on the glasses were of blueberries and whipped cream.

Was foreign currency found at the crime scene?

No, foreign currency was not found.

Were the rifles in the closet loaded?

No, the rifles were not loaded.

Did Detective Zola find Mr. Menendez's wallet and Mrs. Menendez's purse?

Detective Zola found Mrs. Menendez's purse in a dressing room and Mr. Menendez's wallet, although he does not recall where exactly.

Was any ammunition found in the house?

No, no ammunition was found.

Timestamped Summary

00:01Detective Zola, the investigating officer for the Menendez murder case, testifies.

00:11Photographs of the crime scene were introduced as evidence.

00:23The detective confirms the procedure of taking photographs in a homicide investigation.

01:15Photographs of the interior of the house, including the master bedroom, are shown and discussed.

01:48The detective identifies photographs of various rooms and locations in the house.

05:43Detective Zola describes photographs of Eric's room.

09:31Photographs of the glass on the coffee table in the den are discussed.

09:43Photographs of glasses with traces of blueberries and whipped cream in the kitchen are examined.

11:35Photographs of broken glass in the french doors are shown.

14:17The detective confirms the presence of American bills at the crime scene.

14:50The detective testifies about finding Mr. Menendez's wallet.

15:15The detective recalls seeing a glass with traces of blueberries and whipped cream in the kitchen.