Today, The Center released the following information:
BACKGROUND: The prosecution and defense teams have rested their cases in the trial of Allen Ray Andrade, who is accused of killing Angie Zapata in her Greeley apartment last July. Closing arguments are expected this morning and the case will likely go to the jury around noon.
WHAT: The family of Angie Zapata will not comment about the verdict immediately after it is returned but will make a statement shortly thereafter.
WHEN: Approximately one-half hour after the verdict is announced.
WHERE: The announcement will be made in the lobby outside of Courtroom 11 where the trial has occurred.
WHY: "This is an emotionally difficult time for the family," said Kelly Costello, director of advocacy for the Colorado Anti-Violence Program. "For that reason, the family has requested their privacy be respected immediately after the verdict. They ask that the media please be present for their statement and recognize that it will be their only statement for the day."
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