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Murder trial continues in death of pregnant TN woman, unborn baby, with testimony on search warrant execution and forensic evidence
By Amber Jayanth at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 25, 2026
· 3 min read
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The murder trial of Blaise Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout accused of giving his pregnant girlfriend Jade Benning a fatal dose of cocaine, continued Thursday into its third day with testimony from investigators and forensic experts.Sgt. Colin Feeney with Metro Na...
Key takeaway Colin Feeney with Metro Nashville Police testified that he was assigned to clear and secure Benning’s apartment for homicide detectives on February 27, 2023, two days after Benning was hospitalized.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The ongoing murder trial of Blaise Taylor has significant implications for the Nashville community, particularly in regards to domestic violence and crime scene protocol. Sgt. Colin Feeney's testimony about the domestic violence investigators' failure to secure the scene raises questions about the effectiveness of Metro Nashville Police's procedures in sensitive cases. This trial also highlights the importance of forensic evidence in criminal investigations, as seen in the testimony of Nicole Dowell, a forensic scientist with the Metro Nashville Police Crime Lab. The fact that Dowell found no drug residue on drinking glasses and juice bottles, but acknowledged the possibility that they may have been washed, underscores the complexity of gathering evidence in such cases. As the trial continues, Nashville residents will be watching closely to see how the city's law enforcement and judicial systems respond to this tragic incident, and what measures may be taken to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The murder trial of Blaise Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout accused of giving his pregnant girlfriend Jade Benning a fatal dose of cocaine, continued Thursday into its third day with testimony from investigators and forensic experts.Sgt. Colin Feeney with Metro Na...
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