Testimony continues today in Byrd trial

YOUNGSTOWN — Testimony is continuing today in the murder trial of Albert Byrd IV, 24, of Wilshire Drive.

Byrd is accused of stabbing Jermaine Donlow, 26, to death Aug. 1 in the Tyrell Avenue apartment of Louanne Johnson, 21.

Johnson was originally charged with murder but pleaded guilty to a lesser charge in exchange for her testimony on the case.

The lead investigator on the case, Ron Rodway, a former detective sergeant with the city police department who retired Friday, is currently testifying.

Judge Anthony D'Apolito is hearing the case.