Direct Questioning Flashcards
Please state your name for the court.
Wanda Waffles
Do you have any children?
Yes, 1
What is their name?
Her name was Hazel Nutterson.
Are you a single mother?
I have been a single mother ever since we lost Hazel’s father in a car accident when she was 9 years old.
Can you tell us a little bit about your daughter?
Hazel was 15, active in school, and wanted to be a doctor.
Do they have any allergies?
Yes, a severe peanut allergy
How did you discover Hazel’s allergy?
At the hospital when she ate a peanut protein bar.
How do you accommodate Hazel’s allergies?
Always carried an EpiPen and checked food labels.
Have there ever been any incidents of an allergic reaction?
Yes, twice before.
Can you briefly explain what happened the first time Hazel had an allergic reaction?
We took in Hazel to the hospital because she hurt her back. At the hospital, she ate a protein bar with peanuts in it and had a reaction.
Can you briefly explain what happened on July 12th?
Hazel had a reaction to food ordered from a restaurant.
How did you communicate to the restaurant about Hazel’s allergies?
Through BiteBuddy app special instructions
Did you follow the instructions that the restaurant had provided for marking allergies?
No
Why were you not able to follow them?
I wasn’t aware of the checkbox for flagging allergies.
What was the name of the driver that brought you your food?
Pepper Mint.
Did you ask the driver about the special instructions you had left about Hazel’s allergies?
Yes.
What was the impression you got of Pepper that day?
Rushed and uneasy.
What happened after the food was delivered?
Hazel began eating and had a reaction.
How did Hazel react to the food?
Her face turned red, she broke out in hives, and couldn’t breathe.
What did you do when Hazel began having an allergic reaction?
Called 911 and looked for the EpiPen.
What happened upon your arrival at the hospital?
Hazel was pronounced dead.
How has the death of your daughter impacted you?
I’m devastated and heartbroken.
Did you talk to anyone about this incident?
Yes.
Who did you talk to?
Harb Salt and Cole Slater.
What was their reaction?
Herb was indifferent. Cole was concerned.
What did you do after the incident?
Took pictures and sought justice.
While you were at the restaurant, what did you overhear?
Herb said, “Mistakes happen.”
How did this comment make you feel?
Angry and upset.
How has Hazel’s death affected the community?
It deeply saddened them.
What is your purpose for being here today in this courtroom?
To seek justice for Hazel.
