The trial for the former Orleans Parish 911 director picked back up Wednesday with more testimony in the case.
Tyrell Morris faces multiple charges, including false impersonation of a peace officer, malfeasance in office, injuring public records, and insurance fraud. Advertisement
Witness testimony continues:
A key witness testified against Morris Wednesday morning.
William Robinson told jurors that Morris hit his vehicle in 2023 while driving his city-issued SUV and then improperly followed him with flashing police lights.
Robinson said Morris did not appear to be intoxicated during the incident.
A former employee of Morris is also testifying, claiming Morris was celebrating his birthday the night of the crash and was drinking.
Jury selection and opening testimony:
Six jurors wer