FL mom tears up as moments with daughter described

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A Florida mother charged with killing her 2-year-old daughter wiped away tears as her ex-boyfriend described to jurors affectionate moments Casey Anthony shared with her toddler.

Anthony Lazarro testified Thursday under questioning from Anthony’s defense attorney that she taught Caylee how to swim and regularly displayed affection for her daughter.

Anthony is charged with first-degree murder in the death of her daughter. If convicted, she could be sentenced to death. She has pleaded not guilty.

Prosecutors and defense attorneys have offered strikingly different portrayals of Anthony.

Prosecutors have gotten witnesses to testify that Anthony never seemed upset during the time Caylee disappeared. Defense attorneys have coaxed witnesses to testify that Anthony was a loving mother.