[Dr. Yates examines photographs of Nadia's death]
Doctor, could Miss Decotis' injuries have been caused by her prostitution?
It's unlikely. She was savaged.
Savaged, you say? How so?
In addition to the blunt trauma and strangulation, there were cuts on her nipples and external genitalia.
And her anal sphincter, was that torn?
Yes, it was.
And these injuries, though not fatal, they would've been painful?
Very. She died a slow death.
How long did she survive after the first attack started?
30 minutes. Maybe longer.
And she would've been in agony all through it?
Mr. Barba, not to put words in your mouth, but I'm willing to entertain an objection if you have one.
I'm fine, your honor.
Doctor, was she in a lot of pain?
Yes. I'm sure she was.
Were there signs of struggle?
Yes. The skin was torn around the ligature marks.
What goes through a victim's head in their final moments?
Your honor, may I please speak with my client?
No, I'm not done here.
Short recess.
Sit down!
[Crane takes her seat]
[to Dr. Warner] Back to Nadia. Would the terror, the fear, have flooded her with adrenaline?
I can't answer that.
Would she have awareness of what was going on? Would she understand that these were the final moments of her life?
[Dr. Warner remains silent]
Come on! Doctor, we are both medical people! Use your knowledge!
[he suddenly looks around and sees that the entire courtroom is staring at him]
[nervously] Or... Or don't.
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