Remembering the cruelty

Emotional scenes in the courtroom
A lot of people broke down and wept.
He stands impassive , expressionless
Does he have any inkling , yet ?
The full implications of his cruelty.

So many tragic statements.
His legal team argue it was his duty
But does that excuse the maltreatment and the cruelty?
Hopefully there will be closure ,
A verdict , shortly