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Donna makes a critical call. Charlie won't stop talking on the wiretaps. | Case Briefs
Manage episode 503171280 series 2799305
Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/eCpmhdqfwDs
Day 5 of the Donna Adelson trial happened on August 28, 2025 and focused heavily on the critical wiretap evidence presented by the prosecution. We explore the intricate web of phone calls between Donna, Charlie Adelson, Katie Magbanua, and Sigfredo Garcia, highlighting how these conversations reveal attempts to cover up information and Charlie's escalating panic.
These recordings are presented as critical evidence by the prosecution to establish conspiracy and cover-up attempts. The analysis highlights the "game of telephone" played by the co-conspirators as they relay information and react to developments.
Charlie's increased panicked state as the investigation progresses. He is heard trying to control the situation, denying knowledge of a "family problem" to an undercover agent, and attempting to convince others not to talk to authorities. His calls reveal his belief that law enforcement wouldn't have sufficient evidence, despite being on a wiretapped line.Donna claimed to the under cover agent, that her grandchildren using her phone and her openly discussing the situation with friends, are presented as attempts to deflect responsibility. The prosecution views her actions, including her repeated urging for Charlie to "handle it," as evidence of her involvement in the conspiracy.
The prosecution's approach of likening the case to "train cars that didn't move" and emphasizing the rapid, back-and-forth communication among the conspirators is noted. The trial is nearing the end of the prosecution's case, with a highly anticipated "clarified audio of the jail call" (where Donna discusses a one-way flight to a non-extradition country) still to be presented.
RESOURCES
Donna Adelson Probable Cause Affidavit - https://youtu.be/mom6YlxRERo
Donna Adelson Road So Far - https://youtu.be/rlN7cBdTikw
Donna Adelson Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gL0_OPy2AliqyEjGcI8QzBu
Donna Adelson Trial Daily Case Briefs - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdNnRZUqH62ToyQCgLbRavztmRy0ohXN
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480 episodes
Manage episode 503171280 series 2799305
Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/eCpmhdqfwDs
Day 5 of the Donna Adelson trial happened on August 28, 2025 and focused heavily on the critical wiretap evidence presented by the prosecution. We explore the intricate web of phone calls between Donna, Charlie Adelson, Katie Magbanua, and Sigfredo Garcia, highlighting how these conversations reveal attempts to cover up information and Charlie's escalating panic.
These recordings are presented as critical evidence by the prosecution to establish conspiracy and cover-up attempts. The analysis highlights the "game of telephone" played by the co-conspirators as they relay information and react to developments.
Charlie's increased panicked state as the investigation progresses. He is heard trying to control the situation, denying knowledge of a "family problem" to an undercover agent, and attempting to convince others not to talk to authorities. His calls reveal his belief that law enforcement wouldn't have sufficient evidence, despite being on a wiretapped line.Donna claimed to the under cover agent, that her grandchildren using her phone and her openly discussing the situation with friends, are presented as attempts to deflect responsibility. The prosecution views her actions, including her repeated urging for Charlie to "handle it," as evidence of her involvement in the conspiracy.
The prosecution's approach of likening the case to "train cars that didn't move" and emphasizing the rapid, back-and-forth communication among the conspirators is noted. The trial is nearing the end of the prosecution's case, with a highly anticipated "clarified audio of the jail call" (where Donna discusses a one-way flight to a non-extradition country) still to be presented.
RESOURCES
Donna Adelson Probable Cause Affidavit - https://youtu.be/mom6YlxRERo
Donna Adelson Road So Far - https://youtu.be/rlN7cBdTikw
Donna Adelson Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gL0_OPy2AliqyEjGcI8QzBu
Donna Adelson Trial Daily Case Briefs - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFdNnRZUqH62ToyQCgLbRavztmRy0ohXN
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480 episodes
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