Whether testimony from an expert forensic geographer will be allowed at Jesse Vang’s trial is still being decided.
Assistant District Attorney Jill Vendetti questioned FBI Agent Jodi Webb and her work in the field.
After explaining her work and how she comes up with conclusions, Webb said she examined four samples that came from sand and gravel as well as debris and soil from the crime where 3-year-old Elijah Vue’s remains were found.
After exhibits introduced by Vendetti were put into evidence, Vang’s attorney Jeff Jensen questioned Webb about how she tests materials and how she is credited.
He then asked Webb about what was found in the sand and gravel examples collected at the Town of Two Rivers crime scene and samples taken from Vang’s apartment.
Vendetti then asked Manitowoc County Judge Anthony Lambrecht to allow testimony made by Webb at trial because of her expertise and qualifications.
Jensen says Webb’s testimony didn’t give a definitive answer to questions he asked and should not be allowed.
Judge Lambrecht wants more time to look over the transcript and will give an oral ruling on December 18th.
Vang faces four charges in Elijah Vue’s death, with the most severe being physical abuse of a child causing death.
Elijah’s remains were found in the Town of Two Rivers in September 2024 after he was reported missing by Vang in February.
