
The trial for Chris Williams (pictured), the 55 year old Waynesburg man charged in the shooting of Anthony Ward at the Regal Cinemas at the Washington Crown Center has completed two days of testimony. The prosecution called the constable on duty at the theater that night to testify how the shooting transpired and how the scuffle was brought under control. DNA and forensics experts from the Pennsylvania State Police were called on to provide evidence linking the gun to Williams and to the functionality of the handgun. The defense called the defendant to offer his recollection of the events that transpired on March 23, 2019. Williams’ testimony often contradicted what had been presented earlier in the trial. During Williams’ testimony about how he was attacked after he allegedly struck Lamar Wormsley in the face, he broke down in tears several times. Judge Valarie Costanzo paused testimony to allow Williams to compose himself. Under cross examination the prosecution pounded Williams as to why he recalled things differently than seven eye witnesses and the constable. Williams was asked why he cried today but never in three previous interviews he had given investigators. Williams was asked why he decided to confront the bothersome group instead of calling management, the constable or simply just leaving. The day’s testimony ended after two character witnesses. The defense is expected to call two additional witnesses on Thursday before resting its case.