This is the full trial report of the Day 6 of the 10 day trial of the true crime murder trial of Brian Walshe, accused of murdering his missing wife Ana Walshe, designed to catch you up with the nucleus of the case efficiently!
Case Info
Case background:
The case of Commonwealth of Massachusetts vs. Brian Walshe centers on the disappearance and presumed murder of Ana Walshe, a successful real-estate executive who vanished on New Years Day 2023. Ana had recently secured a high-paying job in Washington, D.C., commuting between Massachusetts and D.C. while planning for her family to eventually join her. According to prosecutors, tensions in the marriage were escalating as Ana grew more independent and Brian faced mounting legal and financial pressure, including a prior federal fraud conviction that carried the possibility of prison time.
Ana was last seen on 1st January, 2023, and was reported missing several days later. The Commonwealth alleges that Brian Walshe was the last person to see Ana alive and that, in the days surrounding her disappearance, he conducted internet searches related to divorce law, body disposal, and forensic cleanup. Prosecutors argue the killing was premeditated, motivated by fear of losing his children, finances, and control over his life. The defense counters that Ana’s death was accidental and that Brian’s actions afterward were driven by panic, not planning.
According to criminal complaint:
Count 1: 1st Degree Murder – Guilty (Decided on 15th December 2025), (Jury Deliberation time: 5 hours 51 minutes approx.)
Count 2: Misleading the police – Pled Guilty
Count 3: Improper conveyance of a body – Pled Guilty
Victim: Ana Walshe (Deceased) – Remains were not recovered
Date Of Incident: 1 January 2023
Incident Reported: 5 January 2023
Courthouse: Norfolk County, Dedham, Massachusetts
Officers of the court
Judge: Diane Freniere
Attorneys:
Prosecution: ADA Greg Conner, ADA Anne Yas, ADA Tracy Cusack
Defence: Kelly Porges, Larry Tipton (Joined December 2024)
Former attorney(s): Tracy Miner
Legend:
ADA = Assistant District Attorney
MA vs. Brian Walshe – Day 6 Trial Summary
Day 6 marked the transition from digital inference to physical proof. The State introduced medical and forensic testimony tying blood evidence inside the Cohasset home to a violent event, while also collapsing Brian Walshe’s early narrative through independent workplace witnesses. The day systematically aligned timeline, opportunity, cleanup behavior, and biological evidence, shifting the case from circumstantial suspicion to forensic reconstruction.
Witness-by-Witness Summaries
Witness #22 (Continued) — Witness #22 — Richard Atkinson – Medical Examiner
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Connection to the case
Introduces biological and forensic interpretation relevant to physical evidence recovered in the investigation.
Summary Of Testimony
Atkinson testified that stains on the carpet were consistent with significant clotted blood, based on decades of experience. He carefully explained that without a body, a cause of death cannot be determined. On cross, he outlined rare natural causes of sudden death, but on redirect clarified that certain mechanisms (e.g., vagal asphyxia) are rare in healthy adults. His testimony grounded the blood evidence in medical reality while acknowledging limits.
Key evidence introduced!
- Expert opinion identifying large clotted blood on carpet.
- Collection and preservation of:
- Blood clots
- Tissue
- Hair
- Metal fragment engraved “Gucci”
- Medical testimony on sudden natural death mechanisms.
Witness #23 — Theresa Marchesee – HR Representative at Tishman Spire
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Connection to the case
First professional contact alerted to Ana’s disappearance.
Summary Of Testimony
Marchesee testified that Ana failed to report to work after December 30 and that Brian claimed she had traveled to DC for a work emergency. She described Brian as calm initially, then visibly upset when security became involved. Her testimony fixed the moment the disappearance was recognized and preserved Brian’s first narrative, later contradicted by other evidence.
Key evidence introduced!
Oral testimony documenting:
- No work emergency existed.
- Ana last worked 30 December 2022.
- Brian’s claim that extended no-contact was “normal.”
- Access to garage showing no car present.
Timeline of calls involving Brian, HR, and security.
Witness #13 (Recalled) — Davis Gould – MSP Criminalist
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Connection to the case
Clarifies handling of previously introduced physical evidence.
Summary Of Testimony
Gould briefly testified to correct an evidentiary handling issue, confirming the jacket was properly dried and packaged. This testimony was technical and preservational, not substantive.
Key evidence introduced!
- Oral clarification regarding packaging and drying of a black jacket.
Witness #24 — Hugh Dunleavy – Global Head of Security at Tishman Spire
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Connection to the case
Directly contradicts Brian’s work-emergency claim regarding Ana Walshe whereabouts.
Summary Of Testimony
Dunleavy testified that Ana had no legitimate reason to travel for work after December 30 and that her professional activity ceased that day. He described Brian as initially cordial, then incoherent when challenged. His testimony independently fixed Ana’s last verified activity and dismantled Brian’s stated explanation.
Key evidence introduced!
- Confirmation that no work emergency existed.
- CCTV and access-log review showing:
- Last building access on 30 December 2022.
- Last use of credit cards, work phone, email, and laptop on that date.
- Description of Brian’s demeanor shift during calls.
Witness #25 — Patricia Patterson – Walgreens Shift Lead
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Connection to the case
Establishes Brian’s movements on 1 January 2023.
Summary Of Testimony
Patterson authenticated surveillance footage and receipts placing Brian at Walgreens on January 1. Her testimony established location, timing, and transactional proof of post-disappearance activity.
Key evidence introduced!
- CCTV footage.
- Receipt showing purchase of:
- Bandages
- Antibiotic cream
Witness #26 — Joseph Caesar – Liquor Store Manager
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Connection to the case
Documents Brian’s movements and behavior on January 1 2023.
Summary Of Testimony
Caesar testified to surveillance footage showing Brian parking, remaining in his car, accessing the trunk, and later appearing near trash areas. This evidence supported the State’s theory of movement and opportunity.
Key evidence introduced!
- CCTV footage showing:
- Brian lingering in vehicle.
- Opening trunk.
- Proximity to trash/loading areas.
Witness #27 — Cade Reed – Asset Protection at Lowes Home Improvement.
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Connection to the case
Establishes acquisition of cleanup tools and materials.
Summary Of Testimony
Reed authenticated surveillance and receipts showing Brian purchasing extensive cleaning and cutting supplies on January 1 2023, and returning on January 4 2023. This testimony strongly supported preparation and cleanup in the critical window.
Key evidence introduced!
CCTV footage from 1 January 2023 and 4 January 2023.
Receipt totaling $463.89 (cash) for:
- Mops, buckets, rags
- Gloves, Tyvek suit
- Knives, snips, hacksaw
- Cleaning chemicals
Witness #28 — Jamie Flint – Operations Manager — CVS
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Connection to the case
Corroborates January 1 2023 movement and purchases.
Summary Of Testimony
Flint testified to Brian’s presence at CVS on January 1 2023 and authenticated purchases of cleaning agents, reinforcing the continuity of the State’s timeline.
Key evidence introduced!
- CCTV footage.
- Receipt for hydrogen peroxide spray.
Witness #29 — Gregory Dinen – Investigation Specialist
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Connection to the case
Adds another verified stop on January 1 2024.
Summary Of Testimony
Dinen confirmed Brian’s presence at Stop & Shop on January 1 and purchases of ammonia, further layering the pattern of chemical acquisition.
Key evidence introduced!
- CCTV footage.
- Receipt showing purchase of ammonia.
Witness #30 — Matthew Sheehan – Forensic Scientist — MSP Crime Lab
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Connection to the case
Central forensic witness tying blood evidence.
Summary Of Testimony
Sheehan testified that multiple areas of the home—particularly the basement—tested positive for blood, including overhead surfaces. Blood was also detected on tools and cleanup materials. Some areas tested negative, indicating targeted cleanup, not accidental spread. His testimony formed the forensic backbone of the State’s case.
Key evidence introduced!
- Blood-screen and confirmatory testing results:
- Positive blood on knife.
- Blood on basement ceiling, beams, floor.
- Blood on cleanup materials, tools, footwear.
- Evidence of selective cleaning, not random contamination.
Full report below!
Note on Structure
This report’s numbering system is for reference only. Repeated numbering reflects factual reaffirmation across testimony, not emphasis or conclusions. Interpretation and analysis are intentionally kept separate from the evidentiary record.
Heinz Report – MA vs. Brian Walshe (2025)
Sources:
Affidavit in support of Criminal Complaint, Available Online: https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/23567889-brian-walshe-affidavit-in-support-of-criminal-complaint/
Brian Walshe , The Trial Channel Youtube Channel, Playlist, Available online: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLq-6my_qlf9GpAVBB4bpTtRRWzcD9a-c&si=zm7qTHxa227m1Md0
