Prosecutors asked the makers of silicone allegedly lethally administered by a Philadelphia woman whether or not employees discuss the potential dangers of its products with its customers.
Padge Victoria Windslowe, also known as “Black Madam,” is accused of injecting the liquid silicone into the buttocks of several women. One of those women, 20-year-old Claudia Aderotimi, died after the substance spread to her heart and lungs.
Derek Crump is Vice President and General Manager of Texas-based Neely Industries, which is the maker of the silicone. The company consists of four employees and specializes in selling industrial products.
Prosecutors say Windslowe bought 18 shipments of over a 4-year period under the name of Dr. James Taterka, a local Gastroenterology Specialist at Hillmont G.I. in Flourtown, Pennsylvania. Taterka, who testified Tuesday that he had an affair with Windslowe, denies ever ordering the shipments.
Defense lawyers asked Crump whether employees discuss the nature of its products with customers. Crump said his employees contact buyers to confirm safe delivery of shipments but don’t discuss any potential uses or dangers of the product.
The prosecution could wrap up its testimonies by Monday. The defense team will then bring their witnesses to the stand.
Closing arguments are expected within the next two weeks.
