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ESR scientists are giving evidence in the Dunedin murder trial.
Slain teen girl's blood found in doctor's car, bag and on his shoes, court hears
Multiple blood samples found at the home of Vernod Skantha during forensic search.
Doctor murder trial: Amber-Rose's blood found on accused's shoes, car
Pathologists found a number of blood stains found inside Dr Skantha's silver BMW.
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Doctor murder trial: Star witness 'made alibi' for Amber-Rose's murder
The teen was adamant his testimony was true - and he never hurt Amber-Rose.
Dunedin doctor murder trial: Witness denies obsession with Amber-Rose
The key witness in a murder trial previously professed his love for the victim.
Amber-Rose trial: Teen witness accused of trying to trap doctor
"You have way too much detailed information – unless you personally were involved."
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Dunedin doctor murder trial: Witness says he left blood to be found
Teenager outlines night doctor is accused of killing 16-year-old in her bedroom.
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Teen told police: 'I'm in the room with her murderer. What the f*** am I doing?'
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Amber-Rose Rush would have taken 'some minutes' to die from her wounds.
Dunedin doctor murder trial: Police were soon tailing accused
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Dunedin doctor murder trial: Boyfriend worried night of death
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