Co-Defendants Say O.J. Told Them to ‘Get Heat’
Two men who said they carried guns into a hotel room to help O.J. Simpson reclaim sports memorabilia testified yesterday that Simpson had asked them to “get heat” ahead of time.
Walter Alexander and Michael McClinton testified at Simpson’s preliminary hearing after reaching plea bargains with prosecutors, CNN reports. The hearing will determine whether Simpson should stand trial for armed robbery, kidnapping and other felony charges in connection with the Sept. 13 incident.
McClinton said that as he entered the hotel room, Simpson ordered him to “show them your weapon and look menacing,” the Washington Post reports.
Alexander testified that Simpson later told him to deny that any guns were used. On cross-examination, Alexander was asked about an online prostitution business identified as “LA Sweet Sarah.” Alexander said his ex-wife ran the business.
