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Kevin Horne

Kevin Horne was the editor of Onward State from 2012-2014 and currently holds the position of Managing Editor Emeritus, which is a fake title he made up. He graduated from Penn State with degrees journalism and political science in 2014 and is currently seeking his J.D. at the Penn State Dickinson School of Law. A third generation Penn Stater from Williamsport, Pa., Kevin is also the president of the graduate student government. Email: [email protected]

Dr. Jonathan Dranov Testifies on Day 7

In what is expected to be the final day of testimony for the defense, several key potential witnesses have yet to take the stand. Dr. Jonathan Dranov -- who was told by Mike McQueary about the shower incident with Victim #2 on the night it happened in 2001 -- was the first of these highly anticipated witnesses to testify.

Dottie Sandusky Called to Testify

Following Dr. Atkin's testimony, Jerry Sandusky's wife of 45-years Dottie took the stand. Amendola began by questioning her about the time constraints that came with being a Penn State football coach, and the frequency of the visits of Second Mile children to their home and on trips. Mrs. Sandusky said that the sleepovers were more frequent during football season.

Victim 1’s Mother, Psychologist Testify

Former Penn State wrestler James Martin was the first witness to testify after lunch recess. He says that he and Sandusky became "very good friends" because the football and wrestling teams lifted weights in the same room. Martin says that when he was in medical school, he stayed over at his house for a month for a residency.

Investigators, Civil Attorney Testify

Following a short recess, Joe Amendola played another defense angle, as he tried to prove that some of the accusers are in it for money.

Afternoon Cut Short by Technical Issues

The afternoon of day five got started with an assortment of short testimonies from various people who have interacted with Jerry Sandusky over the last couple decades.

The Prosecution Rests on Day Five

The prosecution called their final witness this morning, as Victim 9's mother took the stand. Sandusky approached Victim 9's mother during a Second Mile camp and said that he was interested in "hanging out" with Victim 9 outside of the camp. "I thought it was great. It was Jerry Sandusky. He's a very important person," she said.

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