Truck Accident Jury Remains Hung

In the city of Phoenix, after a jury announced it was hung, a judge ruled that the defendant in a truck accident case would remain in jail for the time being. The defendant stands accused of causing a collision that led to the death of four motorcyclists and the injuries of several other bikers.

Last year, the defendant was operating a dump truck when he crashed into a group of bikers. After investigating the accident, police decided to press charges and the defendant's case proceeded to trial. Yet, jurors remained deadlocked as of last week, forcing the judge to keep the defendant in jail for the time being. At this time, the judge is trying to decide if another trial will be needed.

Throughout the trial, prosecutors argued that the defendant was impaired by Meth when the accident occurred. However, the defense countered that the trucker had taken a diet pill the night before the accident, and that the truck's breaks were defective.

Were you injured in a truck accident that caused you injuries and immense suffering? If so, contact a Phoenix truck accident attorney from our firm to learn what legal options you have at your disposal at this time.