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Chism Lawyers Admit Their Client Killed

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In opening statements Monday, lawyers for defendant Philip Chism acknowledged their client raped and killed his Danvers High School teacher two years ago. They also said they'll try to prove Chism is not responsible for his actions due to mental illness.

WBUR's David Boeri reports.

This segment aired on November 17, 2015.

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