Devon Blasst

The best friend of both Sam Seaside and Nicki Shore.

Strengths
Been friends with defendant and victim for a long time. Specified that Sam and Nicki argued a lot, and occaisonally the arguments turned physical. Feared for their safety. Nicki and Jo's dating impacted Nicki and Sam's relationship negatively. Thinks NIcki is angry with Sam. Nicki was in a bad mood for a month before she died. Compassion for both.

Weaknesses
Never really saw serious arguments, no one got hurt.

Key Points for the Prosecution

 * Friends since elementary school
 * Trusted with secrets from the defendant.
 * At every event.
 * Saw Sam wave his father's gun around at the party.
 * Witnessed Sam throw a party while his parents were away.
 * Irrespobsible behavior while drunk.
 * Blamed Nicki for getting in trouble for the party.
 * Plagiarism.

Key Points for the Defense

 * Saw Nicki and Jo leave together.
 * Nicki was drinking a lot.
 * Nicki was in a bad mood all the time.
 * Sam wasn't angry at the party.
 * A lot of other people had knowledge of where the gun and ammo were.
 * Sam is focused on his future, unlikely to endanger it by killing one of his best friends.
 * Nicki had a sinus infection (possible cause for blood spot on shirt).