Summary
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. is on trial for allegedly assaulting his teenage daughter. He denies the allegations and claims he only punished her by limiting her social activities. Both he and his wife face charges related to child endangerment, and they have pleaded not guilty.
Key Facts
- Marty Small Sr., Mayor of Atlantic City, is accused of assaulting his daughter.
- The daughter testified that the mayor hit her and struck her with a broom.
- Mayor Small denies these claims and says he only restricted her social life.
- He faces charges of endangering a child, making threats, and witness tampering.
- Mayor Small's wife, La'Quetta Small, is also charged in the case.
- If convicted, Mayor Small could face up to 25 years in prison.
- Both have pleaded not guilty to the charges.
- Jurors are expected to start deliberations soon.
