Evidence of Blood Found in Jennifer Dulos' Chevy Suburban in Trial of Michelle Troconis
ICARO Media Group
In the ongoing trial of Michelle Troconis, jurors have been presented with crucial evidence that supports the prosecution's allegations regarding the disappearance and alleged murder of Jennifer Dulos. The Connecticut mother-of-five vanished on May 24, 2019, and prosecutors contend that her husband, Fotis Dulos, killed her before disposing of her body.
The latest revelation came from retired Connecticut State Police Detective Matthew Reilly, who walked jurors through several images taken as evidence, including pictures of Jennifer's Chevy Suburban. In the days following her disappearance, detectives discovered blood in the vehicle, strengthening the case against Fotis Dulos and implicating Troconis in the alleged crime.
According to the prosecution, Fotis Dulos killed Jennifer in their New Canaan home before placing her body in the Chevy Suburban, which was later found abandoned around three miles away. Troconis, who was accused of conspiracy to commit murder, evidence tampering, and hindering prosecution, has denied all charges leveled against her.
During the trial, Detective Reilly explained that he took DNA swabs from the handles and interior of the Suburban, and used luminol, a liquid that reveals the presence of blood and other substances by glowing blue. The luminol test indicated the presence of blood in two spots on the truck's cargo area. Further presumptive tests were conducted, which yielded positive results, prompting the collection of additional evidentiary samples.
Troconis' lawyer, Jon Schoenhorn, attempted to challenge the use of luminol as evidence, claiming that it could react positively to various substances besides blood. However, Judge Kevin Randolph ruled that the evidence regarding luminol was admissible and allowed Schoenhorn the opportunity to cross-examine officials about it.
The trial has also seen disturbing exhibits, including blood-soaked items found in trash cans and alleged bloodstains in Jennifer's kitchen. Prosecutors allege that Fotis Dulos and Troconis disposed of evidence together, with 30 bags of items reportedly discarded. Jennifer's blood was detected on some of the objects found in the trash cans.
Jennifer's friend, Carrie Luft, provided a statement expressing the hope that presenting the evidence in three dimensions would put an end to any doubts about Jennifer's fate. Luft emphasized that Jennifer suffered a tragic death and her loss is deeply felt, while expressing gratitude to the prosecution and investigators for their meticulous presentation of evidence.
Troconis' trial, which began on January 11, is expected to continue for six weeks before the jury begins deliberations. While Fotis Dulos took his own life in January 2020, leaving Troconis to face trial alone, the search for justice and answers regarding Jennifer's alleged murder continues.