Kingston, Jamaica – December 9, 2025 – The prosecution within the high-profile trial of Noel Maitland has formally closed its case, bringing to an finish months of testimony surrounding the 2022 disappearance and alleged homicide of his girlfriend, Donna‑Lee Donaldson.
Over the previous eight months, a seven-member jury—comprising three ladies and 4 males—heard proof from 36 witnesses within the House Circuit Court docket in downtown Kingston. The prosecution offered forensic proof, together with blood traces discovered on material and cushion covers from Maitland’s condo, which have been linked to the lacking lady. Investigators additionally testified concerning the situation of the condo on the time of their search in July 2022.
Following the closure of the prosecution’s case, Maitland’s defence attorneys introduced they’d file a “no‑case submission,” in search of to have the case dismissed. They argue that the prosecution has not established a prima facie case towards their shopper, and the choose will now resolve whether or not the trial ought to proceed to the defence’s proof part or be thrown out.
The trial has captured nationwide consideration since Donaldson was final seen alive on July 12, 2022, within the St. Andrew condo complicated the place Maitland lived. Her disappearance sparked widespread concern, and the next investigation concerned in depth forensic evaluation and witness testimony.
The court docket is anticipated to rule on the defence’s utility within the coming days, figuring out whether or not Maitland will face the rest of the trial or whether or not fees might be dismissed
