Jury selection has started in a capital murder trial in Brownsville, Texas. , is accused of fatally shooting a police lieutenant during a vehicle pursuit. The trial is expected to have a lengthy jury selection process.
This is because the prosecution is seeking the death penalty. A large group of prospective jurors, around 225, is involved in the process. Further details about the case and trial are available from ValleyCentral.
The process is anticipated to take several months to complete.
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