LANCASTER — Testimony in the trial of former state Senator Jeff Woodburn wrapped up Wednesday and closing arguments will be heard Thursday morning in Coos County Superior Court.

Woodburn, was on the witness stand most of the day Wednesday and the defense tried to introduce testimony about violent behavior by the alleged victim against Woodburn. In one instance, Woodburn testified he was sleeping at his home when the accused victim woke him up by beating on his chest.

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