THE SIMPSON VERDICTS : The Attack on the Timeline
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After the verdicts, defense attorney Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. said problems in the timeline played a role in his client’s acquittal. “If you look at the timeline, you know O. J. Simpson could not, would not and did not commit this crime,” he said.
Prosecution said . . .
Barking dog at 10:17 to 10:20 indicated murders had just been committed.
Kato Kaelin heard three thumps at 10:51
Testimony on Timing
9:35: Kato Kaelin left defendant alone.
9:30-9:45: Neighbor Charles Cale, walking dog, did not see Bronco.
10:02: Defendant tried to call Paula Barbieri from Bronco.
10:22-10:30: Limo driver Allan Park did not recall seeing Bronco.
10:49: Park buzzed intercom, got no answer.
10:54: Park spotted person (6 feet, 200 pounds) walking across driveway.
10:55: Simpson answered intercom, telling Park he overslept.
Defense said . . .
Barking dog about 10:35 indicated murders had just been committed.
Kaelin heard three thumps about 10:40. The defense cited this key five- minute span, saying Simpson could not have committed the murders and returned to his home in that time.
Source: Times staff, court testimony
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