Sarah Boone has gone through a series of defense lawyers, each one deemed unsatisfactory for various reasons. Boone, who is accused of murdering her boyfriend by zipping him into a suitcase during a game of hide-and-seek, has had issues with several attorneys, including calling one “too snotty” and another a “dud” and “buffoon.” Court filings have revealed that Boone’s relationships with her lawyers have become adversarial, leading to delays in her murder trial.
Boone’s most recent lawyer, Patricia Cashman, cited irreconcilable differences with Boone, including ethical considerations, leading to her withdrawal from the case. Boone submitted a complaint about Cashman, claiming difficulties in working with her. Cashman reported that Boone was uncooperative during their interactions, walking out of meetings and expressing dissatisfaction with their communication. With Cashman no longer representing her, it is unclear who will take on Boone’s defense moving forward, as the murder trial has been delayed multiple times due to her behavior and issues with legal representation.
The alleged murder of Boone’s boyfriend, Jorge Torres, took place in their Florida home in February 2020. Boone claimed that they were playing hide-and-seek while drinking wine when she passed out in bed. However, video evidence from Boone’s phone showed a different story, with Torres heard screaming from inside the suitcase while Boone laughed and made derogatory remarks toward him. This bizarre behavior and evidence have contributed to the delays in Boone’s trial and uncertainty regarding her legal representation.
Boone’s violent act and contentious relationship with her attorneys have raised red flags throughout the legal proceedings. The delayed trial, currently scheduled for October 7, may face further postponements as Boone seeks new legal representation. The animosity between Boone and her lawyers, along with the disturbing evidence against her, have created challenges in moving the case forward. Boone’s Goldilocks-like search for the right defense lawyer continues as she navigates the legal system in the aftermath of the alleged fatal game that led to the death of her boyfriend.
Despite the video evidence and Boone’s admission to authorities that Torres was trapped in the suitcase, the murder trial remains pending. The disturbing content found on Boone’s phone has been a central piece of evidence in the case against her. As Boone struggles to find suitable legal representation, the fate of her trial remains uncertain. The delays, caused by Boone’s behavior and challenges with her attorneys, have prolonged the legal process, leaving unanswered questions about her role in Torres’s death and the ultimate outcome of the case.
