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OPELIKA, AL (AP) -
Lawyers in the trial of Harvey Updyke want to know about the favorite school of potential jurors.
Jury selection began
Tuesday in the trial of the Alabama fan, who's accused of poisoning two
oak trees at Auburn's Toomer's Corner. Eighty-five prospective jurors
filled Judge Jacob Walker's courtroom.
Among the questions
submitted by Updyke's attorneys is one asking whether potential jurors
would "make a decision based upon the defendant being a University of
Alabama sports fan." The trial is a few miles from Auburn's campus.
Defense attorney Everett Wess says selection might continue until late in the week.
Updyke is accused of
poisoning the trees after Auburn beat Alabama during the Tigers' 2010
national title season. The 63-year-old has pleaded not guilty on charges
that include criminal mischief and desecrating a venerable object.
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Harvey Updyke (Source: Auburn PD)
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