NewsNBC 7 San Diego — Local NewsJune 30, 2026San Diego
Prosecution Rests Case in Larry Millete Murder Trial
The prosecution has concluded its case in the murder trial of Larry Millete, who is accused of killing his wife, Maya, in 2021. The defense is expected to present its case in a single day, with jury deliberations potentially beginning next Tuesday.
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The conclusion of the prosecution's case marks the final phase of a high-profile murder trial, moving the proceedings toward closing arguments and regarding the disappearance of Maya Millete.
Key Facts
- The prosecution rested its case on day 25 of testimony.
- The defense is expected to present its case in a single day, starting Wednesday.
- The court will be in recess from Wednesday until the following Tuesday to organize approximately 1,300 exhibits for jury deliberations.
- Closing arguments and jury instructions are expected to occur next Tuesday.
- Larry Millete is accused of killing his wife, Maya, in 2021; her body has not been found.
- Prosecution witness Peter Villaver presented a timeline of events from Jan. 5 to Jan. 9, 2021, using cell tower data, messages, and surveillance.
- Evidence presented included Larry Millete's messages to spellcasters and a final message to his daughters regarding the family's financial portfolio.
- Evidence showed Larry Millete's family attempted to contact him 25 times on Jan. 8, 2021.
- Investigator Justin Bostic testified that a 2022 Google search for Maya Millete returned over 2.2 million results.
- The 'Help Find Maya' Facebook group organized hundreds of volunteer search events.
Who's Mentioned
personJustin Bostic“Investigator with the district attorney's office.”personPeter Villaver“Prosecution witness and investigator.”personMaya Millete“Victim who disappeared in 2021.”personChristy Bowles“Deputy district attorney.”personLiann Sabatini“Defense attorney.”personLarry Millete“Defendant accused of killing his wife.”personEnrique Camarena“Judge presiding over the trial.”personColby Ryan“Defense attorney.”locationChula Vista“Location of the Millete home.”