Tuesday, September 1, 2026
6 p.m.
During opening statements, prosecutors alleged that Bryan Weaver had two motives for killing his then-wife, Tracy Weaver: an affair with his now-wife, Angel McAdams Weaver, and at least $500,000 in life insurance benefits he stood to receive following Tracy’s death.
The defense argued that evidence will show that Bryan and Tracy Weaver had filed for divorce years before Tracy’s death and were working through the terms, questioning why Bryan would murder his wife rather than file for divorce again. As for the prosecution’s claim of financial gain as a motive, the defense stated that no life insurance coverage had been increased before Tracy’s death.
Mr. Weaver’s initial interview with law enforcement was played in court today, and several law enforcement officers testified. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation’s director of digital forensics was the final witness to testify Tuesday evening.
Court has been dismissed for the day and will reconvene at 9 a.m. Wednesday, September 2.
11:45 a.m.
Opening statements from both the prosecution and the defense concluded this morning.
The prosecution has begun calling witnesses and presenting evidence, including photographs taken at the crime scene.
Court has recessed for lunch and will reconvene at 12:45 p.m.
The prosecution and defense are preparing video and audio evidence to be presented when proceedings resume.
9:25 a.m.
Jurors have been selected and opening statements are set to begin soon in the trial of Bryan Weaver.
Weaver is charged with first-degree murder in the 2023 death of his then-wife, Tracy Weaver.
Breezy News is covering the court proceedings and will provide updates as the trial progresses
