Trial In Ahmaud Arbery's Killing Begins In Georgia

The transcript covers the first day of the trial of three men charged in connection with the death of Ahmaud Arbery. It details the jury selection process, community reactions, and legal arguments. The community in Brunswick, Georgia, is seeking justice, and the case has drawn national attention. The defense claims self-defense, while the prosecution and community view it as a modern-day lynching. The trial's outcome is seen as pivotal for trust in the justice system.

What was one of the main challenges in selecting a jury for the Ahmad Aubrey trial?

• Finding jurors who had not heard of the case

• Choosing jurors who were all the same age

• Ensuring the jurors were from the same town

• Selecting jurors who could remain impartial

How did the community react to the release of the video showing Ahmad Aubrey's death?

• They were divided in their opinions

• They ignored it

• They organized a festival

• They came together to demand justice

What historical comparison did Ben Crump make regarding Ahmad Aubrey's death?

• He compared it to a robbery in the 1980s

• He likened it to a modern-day lynching

• He said it was similar to a car accident

• He compared it to a peaceful protest

What argument did the defense present in the trial?

• That the shooting was in self-defense

• That the victim was armed

• That the video was fabricated

• That the defendants were not present at the scene

Why was the live feed to the jury selection cut during the trial?

• To prevent technical issues

• To protect the identity of the jurors

• To allow for a lunch break

• To save on broadcasting costs