Daisy Link Testifies in Own Defense for Partner's Murder Trial

Daisy Link's Testimony

• 💡 Daisy Link took the stand in her own defense for the murder trial of Pedro Himenez, her on-again, off-again partner of nine years.
• ⚠️ Link is accused of shooting and killing Himenez in June 2022, with the state alleging it was a fit of rage, while the defense claims self-defense.

Prior Incident and Argument

• 🤕 Link testified about an incident five days before Himenez's death where he allegedly showed up unannounced, pistol-whipped her, and left her bloody.
• ⚡ On the night of his death, Link stated Himenez was high on drugs, became hysterical, and accused her of infidelity.
• 💥 Following an argument and a physical altercation where Himenez allegedly threw her to the ground, Link retrieved a gun.

The Shooting Incident

• 🗣️ Link testified she pointed the gun at Himenez and told him to leave, but he refused and threatened to lock her out of the house.
• 🏃‍♂️ When Himenez began running towards the house, Link stated she fired the shot, aiming towards the ground in an attempt to scare him off.
• 🩸 The bullet struck Himenez, fatally injuring his femoral artery, leading to his death.

Legal Proceedings

• ⚖️ The trial is currently on a lunch break, with Daisy Link's direct examination to continue after the break.
• 🎤 The state will have the opportunity to cross-examine Link after her direct testimony is completed.