During White 's trial in 1979 , Silver testified for the prosecution , stating she did not believe his claim of being mentally ill . Silver maintained her stance following White 's acquittal , saying , " Dan White has gotten away with murder . It 's as simple as that . " During the White Night riots that erupted in the city following the news of White 's acquittal , Silver was injured when struck by a flying object
White Night riots
White Night riots
Carol Ruth Silver