Jury sworn in for first trial of 2019 Santa Cruz County kidnapping and killing of cannabis entrepreneur
Briefly

The case against Stephen Lindsay involves severe charges including murder, robbery, and kidnapping linked to the October 2019 killing of entrepreneur Tushar Atre.
Judge Stephen Siegel confirmed the jury selection process and ensured 12 jurors and 5 alternates were finalized to hear the case, which includes serious charges.
Defense attorneys successfully argued for the separation of trials for the co-defendants involved, which could influence the trial strategy for each individual.
The court's proceedings have progressed over nearly four years, indicating the complexity of the case involving multiple defendants and serious charges.
Read at The Mercury News
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