Brittany Miles, a woman who is accused of killing a motorcyclist after a car chase, is taking the stand Thursday in her murder trial in Hernando County.
Assistant State Attorney Sonny McCathran painted a picture for jurors Wednesday of what happened in May 2011 when Brittany Miles escaped from a Pasco County deputy.
"The defendant blows through a red light at county line road and strikes a motorcyclist."
The state told the jury that miles knew what she was doing when she escaped from custody.
"The only just verdict is going to be guilty of first degree felony murder and fleeing to elude a law enforcement officer."
Defense attorney Aaron Delgato told the jury that Miles accepts responsibility for killing McCain.
"Brittany Miles will tell you because of her choices an innocent man died that day. Because of her choices Brittany Miles killed Mr. McCain."
Delgato added that Miles is guilty but only of third degree felony murder.
"Mr. McCain's tragic death occurred when she chose to flee and it was her fleeing her senseless fleeing and eluding at high speed that caused his death."
Deputy Ashley Grady was the first witness called to the stand by the state. She testified that she tried climbing through the widow of Miles' truck to stop her.
"I didn't want her to hurt somebody else. I kept saying you're going to end up crashing. You're going to end up killing us. You're going to end up hurting somebody else."
The trial is expected to take a week. If convicted of all the charges, Miles could face a mandatory life sentence.
Saturday, May 25 2013 5:03 PM EDT2013-05-25 21:03:39 GMT
Law enforcement officers across the bay area will be out in force on the waterways this Memorial Day weekend. They say they want to make sure boaters are safe and sober while operating their watercraft.
Law enforcement officers across the bay area will be out in force on the waterways this Memorial Day weekend. They say they want to make sure boaters are safe and sober while operating their watercraft.
Saturday, May 25 2013 4:47 PM EDT2013-05-25 20:47:05 GMT
The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation into the cause of a cargo train collision that partially collapsed a highway overpass in southeast Missouri, injuring seven people.
The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation into the cause of a cargo train collision that partially collapsed a highway overpass in southeast Missouri, injuring seven people.
Saturday, May 25 2013 3:41 PM EDT2013-05-25 19:41:19 GMT
If you would like to use the Tow to Go program during the Memorial Day weekend, the number to call (855) 286-9246. The program is available May 24th through May 27th.
If you would like to use the Tow to Go program during the Memorial Day weekend, the number to call (855) 286-9246. The program is available May 24th through May 27th.
Saturday, May 25 2013 2:59 PM EDT2013-05-25 18:59:30 GMT
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office is conducting a death investigation after a body was discovered at the 5100 block of Bee Ridge Road around 11:35 a.m. Saturday.
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office is conducting a death investigation after a body was discovered at the 5100 block of Bee Ridge Road around 11:35 a.m. Saturday.
Friday, May 24 2013 3:34 PM EDT2013-05-24 19:34:55 GMT
The military arm of the Better Business Bureau, BBB Military Line, reminded of possible scams targeting the active and retired military personnel and elderly veterans before the Memorial Day. Karen Nalven,
The military arm of the Better Business Bureau, BBB Military Line, reminded of possible scams targeting the active and retired military personnel and elderly veterans before the Memorial Day. Karen Nalven,
Friday, May 24 2013 12:13 PM EDT2013-05-24 16:13:39 GMT
Is there such a thing as a high-tech bikini body? When exercise and a healthy lifestyle still don't yield the results you want there is a newly approved FDA skin tightening device.
Is there such a thing as a high-tech bikini body? When exercise and a healthy lifestyle still don't yield the results you want there is a newly approved FDA skin tightening device.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:53 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:53:22 GMT
The state admits it dropped the ball, but 51 year old Wes Diebold lost his license over a 2 dollar mistake.
Looking for a job is tough enough these days but how much tougher does having a suspended driver's license make things? 51 year old Wes Diebold doesn't know for sure if his suspended license was a roadblock.
Looking for a job is tough enough these days but how much tougher does having a suspended driver's license make things? 51 year old Wes Diebold doesn't know for sure if his suspended license was a roadblock.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:30 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:30:01 GMT
The Obridge Academy is a virtual school with a virtual Florida headquarters and a virtual track record of performance. But under new legislation awaiting the signature of Governor Rick Scott it could
The Obridge Academy is a virtual school with a virtual Florida headquarters and a virtual track record of performance.
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:29 PM EDT2013-05-23 16:29:23 GMT
Kmart has launched the latest in what appears to be an edgy string of commercials. In April, one of its commercial went viral for a play on words. Explaining the ease of shipping a product to a customer
Kmart has launched the latest in what appears to be an edgy string of commercials. In April, one of its commercial went viral for a play on words. Explaining the ease of shipping a product to a customer
Thursday, May 23 2013 4:28 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:28:34 GMT
Fashion Expert Mickey Williams is back with this summer's hottest swimwear to suit every body type from www.BareNecessities.com. www.BareNeccesities.com carries the best brands for bra-sized swim up to
Fashion Expert Mickey Williams is back with this summer's hottest swimwear to suit every body type from www.BareNecessities.com. www.BareNeccesities.com carries the best brands for bra-sized swim up to
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:30 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:30:01 GMT
The Obridge Academy is a virtual school with a virtual Florida headquarters and a virtual track record of performance. But under new legislation awaiting the signature of Governor Rick Scott it could
The Obridge Academy is a virtual school with a virtual Florida headquarters and a virtual track record of performance.
Saturday, May 25 2013 9:07 AM EDT2013-05-25 13:07:51 GMT
Events have been planned to celebrate the life of the inverted pyramid, which opened in 1973 - 40 years ago! Events include decades of music over the years featuring local performers, historic water ski
Events have been planned to celebrate the life of the inverted pyramid, which opened in 1973 - 40 years ago! Events include decades of music over the years featuring local performers, historic water ski
Thursday, May 2 2013 8:27 AM EDT2013-05-02 12:27:15 GMT
Tampa residents have the chance to help decide what they want the city to look like in the future. InVision Tampa is seeking ideas this week on how to improve the blighted corridor along Nebraska Ave.
Tampa residents have the chance to help decide what they want the city to look like in the future. InVision Tampa is seeking ideas this week on how to improve the blighted corridor along Nebraska Ave.
Monday, May 20 2013 7:17 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:17:06 GMT
Sleep experts estimate one in three people will suffer from insomnia at some point in their life. For those suffering from insomnia, it turns out, there's an app for that.
Sleep experts estimate one in three people will suffer from insomnia at some point in their life. For those suffering from insomnia, it turns out, there's an app for that.
