Leonard Davies willing to testify about blackmail from prosecutors - defense failed to follow the lead

In order to anticipate effective preparation of additional defense, Anthony Nealy informed his attorneys that a Mr Leonard Davis would be willing to testify to his defense by revealing 'blackmail' attempts used by the Prosecution in order to persuade inmates on the same 'tank' as Anthony to fabricate information about him in return for a shorter prison sentence.

However, the defense neglected to purse this issue. They also neglected to contact Mr Edward Charles Cherry on Mr Nealy's advice, or to call him to defense. Mr Cherry was also present in Mr Nealy and Davis' cell at the time that the discussions surrounding 'blackmail' between the two parties took place) .