The highly anticipated murder trial of Megan Boswell, charged with the death of her 15-month-old daughter Evelyn Boswell, commenced this week at the Sullivan County Criminal Court in Tennessee. In the opening statements, prosecutor Smith stated the case revolves around how Boswell was the last person known to be with Evelyn before her disappearance in February 2020. Prosecutors emphasized that Boswell’s behavior before and after Evelyn’s disappearance showed a pattern of deception. ‘This case is about a mother who had a duty to protect her child and failed,’ Smith argued. Defense attorney Long countered, telling jurors that evidence would show Boswell is not guilty and that the prosecution lacks credibility. Alluding to the circumstances surrounding Evelyn’s death, Long noted, ‘You will learn that Megan Boswell was not the person responsible for her daughter’s death.’ The jury selection took place over two days with 70 potential jurors, out of which a jury of 12 was selected. This high-profile trial comes just months after the selection phase, which was laden with challenges due to the intense media coverage surrounding the case. Boswell is facing several charges, including first-degree murder and child abuse. If convicted, she faces a life sentence without parole. The trial is expected to last several weeks, during which various witnesses will be called to testify about the critical timeline of events leading to Evelyn’s tragic death.
Megan Boswell’s Murder Trial for Baby Evelyn Begins with Opening Statements
