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Murder trial begins for man accused of killing Toronto police officer in 2021

Opening statements are set to begin Wednesday morning in the trial of a man accused of killing a Toronto Police officer in a parking garage in 2021. Erica Natividad was in court as jury selection was finalized.

By The Canadian Press

Posted March 19, 2024 7:29 am.

Last Updated March 19, 2024 8:01 pm.

The trial of a man accused of killing a Toronto police officer in a parking garage nearly three years ago has begun, with the judge laying out the process for the jury.

Lawyers for the Crown and the defence are expected to make their opening statements Wednesday morning in the trial of Umar Zameer.

Jurors will then begin hearing testimony from witnesses called by the prosecution.

The trial of a man accused of killing a Toronto police officer in a parking garage nearly three years ago has begun, with the judge laying out the process for the jury.

Lawyers for the Crown and the defence are expected to make their opening statements Wednesday morning in the trial of Umar Zameer.

Jurors will then begin hearing testimony from witnesses called by the prosecution.

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