-Messenger photo by Elijah Decious Defense attorney Michelle Wolf cross examines victim Andrea Sokolowski’s ex-husband in a fiery exchange out of the jury’s presence during an offer of proof. -Messenger photo by Elijah Decious Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation Special Agent Jim Thiele listens to a recording of a voicemail during cross examination by defense attorneys. -Messenger photo by Elijah Decious Defense attorney Michelle Wolf cross examines victim Andrea Sokolowski's ex-husband in a fiery exchange out of the jury's presence during an offer of proof. WEBSTER CITY — As state witnesses described the warning signs of domestic abuse leading up to Andrea Sokolowski’s 2018 death, the defense attempted to disparage the credibility of key witnesses and the victim herself through conversations in front of the jury and out of its presence.