Closing arguments expected Friday in trial of Christopher Palmiter, stepfather of Madalina Cojocari

The trial of Christopher Palmiter, the stepfather of Madalina Cojocari, continued Thursday. The court session resumed with continued cross-examination of Palmiter.  Madalina was 11 years old when she was last seen getting off a school bus in November 2022 before going missing.  After more than a year-and-a-half, she is still missing. Palmiter is only charged with failing to report the disappearance of his stepdaughter. He took the stand on Wednesday and Thursday.Closing arguments are expected Friday. Here's a recap of what happened Thursday: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/crime/madalina-cojocari-christopher-palmiter-trial-thursday-court-updates/275-622118c1-5875-4814-9fd4-013be0cad988Watch WCNC Charlotte each weekday morning from 4:30 to 7 a.m.WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with the team at WCNC Charlotte.  SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeartAll of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.