A trial is underway in Brownsville for a man accused of a serious crime. The defendant, now 20 years old, was 18 when the incident occurred. He is accused of shooting a police officer.

The officer who died was a lieutenant with the San Benito Police Department and was 54 years old at the time of his death. The defendant has pleaded not guilty to several charges. His trial started with jury selection on a Tuesday morning.

He was present in the courtroom with his attorneys. Further details about the case and trial are available from local news sources.