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Judge Samuel Cappas said although the case was “circumstantial,” strong evidence pointed to Scott’s involvement, including the fact he was treated at Loyola for severe burns on his legs just after her death. ....
At the time of her death, Ward had been in a volatile and abusive relationship with Scott, charges allege. At one point, she wrote in Facebook messages to Scott she was afraid of him and he was “crazy.” ....
The defense said no physical evidence linked the defendant to the homicide. Prosecutors urged the jury to review the couple s Facebook messages and evidence of burns to the defendant s legs. ....
Hugh Scott Jr., 37, was found guilty of murder, aggravated battery, battery resulting in serious bodily injury and arson in the abuse and homicide of 39-year-old Davita Ward. ....