Defense to present case in Sowell murder trial

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The defense will begin presenting its case at the trial of an Ohio man charged with killing 11 women and dumping their bodies around his home.

The prosecution rested Monday in Cleveland following 13 days of testimony in the trial of 51-year-old Anthony Sowell. The defense was expected to start offering evidence and witnesses on Tuesday.

Prosecutors wrapped up their case by showing the jury eight hours of video of Sowell's police interrogation. The presentation was spread over three court days.

Sowell could face the death penalty if convicted. He has pleaded not guilty.

Defense attorney John Parker told jurors during his opening statement that there are no fingerprints or DNA or other scientific evidence linking Sowell to the killings.

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