‘Thankful to be alive’: Zumba instructor accused of killing girlfriend faces new trial
Mark Sheridan Waden is on trial for the alleged murder of his girlfriend, Priscilla Brooten, who disappeared in 2018. Handwritten notes from Brooten expressing gratitude for being alive were presented to the jury. The trial follows a previous aborted attempt due to juror misconduct.
- ▪Waden has pleaded not guilty to the murder of Priscilla Brooten.
- ▪Brooten disappeared from her Brisbane home in 2018 after a significant argument with Waden.
- ▪The prosecution presented evidence including messages about digging a trench and disposing of soil.
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