Jurors in the penalty phase for the man convicted of killing a Hollywood police officer in 2021 heard from Jason Banegas' family and a psychologist on Thursday, who said he suffered from a lifetime of trauma .

Banegas was convicted of shooting and killing Hollywood police Officer Yandy Chirino.

Now, Banegas' defense is trying to convince the jury that he should spend the rest of his life and jail and not be sentenced to death .

"He had physical abuse," Dr. Yenys Castillo said. "He saw a friend die in front of him."

Castillo also said Banegas had been shot at and knew about the sexual and physical abuse of his sister. He also witnessed domestic violence.

Jason Banegas (Source: Broward Sheriff's Office)

Castillo also said Banegas experienced a tough childhood and his fathe

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