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Self-Defense or Murder Trial | Charleston News
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- Sep 3, 2026
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Summary
In a gripping murder trial, the state accuses Alan Baker of stabbing Ashley Martin five times with a knife and brass knuckles in February 2022, citing her life-threatening injuries as proof of intent to kill. But the defense flips the script, claiming Baker was defending himself against an aggressive Martin who allegedly pulled a gun and attacked him first. Martin herself took the stand, saying she never used the weapon — a claim the defense disputes. With conflicting accounts of who started the violence and whether a gun was involved, the jury must decide: was this a cold-blooded attack or a desperate act of self-defense? The defense’s rebuttal is now underway. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7bd70df7d5ab5d7b