For the fourth straight day, six women and six men will work to determine whether or not they believe William Sandeson killed Taylor Samson.
Sandeson, 24, is facing a charge of first-degree murder.
READ: Samson’s DNA found on items seized from Sandeson’s apartment, murder trial hears
The Crown alleges Sandeson lured Samson to his Halifax apartment as part of a pre-arranged drug deal on the night of Aug. 15, 2015.
Once there, the Crown believe he shot Samson in the head at close range and dealt with his body – before stealing the 20 pounds of marijuana Samson brought with him.
READ: William Sandeson planned Taylor Samson’s murder, money was motive: Crown
The defence alleges that while a violent incident happened at Sandeson’s Henry Street apartment – a third party was involved.
The medical student told police several different stories while being questioned – one of which involved men in morphsuits shooting Samson in the head and removing his body in a large black duffel bag.
READ MORE: William Sandeson says during interrogation video intruders may have shot Taylor Samson
The jury has been deliberating since Thursday afternoon.
They can choose to find Sandeson guilty of first-degree murder, guilty of second-degree murder, guilty of manslaughter or not guilty.
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