People v. Farruggia
Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York
1Opinion of the Court
OPINION OF THE COURT
Dillon, P. J.
The jury found defendant guilty of grand larceny in the first degree (Penal Law, § 155.40). He was accused of stealing money and property belonging to one John Hucknall by instilling in Hucknall a fear that defendant or another person would cause physical injury to Hucknall.
Hucknall was a principal prosecution witness at trial. On direct examination he fully narrated events constituting defendant’s criminal conduct. On cross-examination, however, he repeatedly invoked his right against self incrimination and refused to answer a number of questions. Hucknall…
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