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Trial Begins for 2021 McDonald's Murder Linked to Drug Deal

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The jury trial for Robron Lewis, accused of capital murder in a 2021 shooting at a McDonald's parking lot, commenced on Tuesday. The incident occurred on October 28, 2021, near the University of Texas at El Paso, where Lewis and another man, Tranquil Card, allegedly shot and killed 22-year-old Jacal Jacob Allen during a drug transaction. Following the shooting, the suspects stole 10 pounds of marijuana and attempted to evade capture. They were later found hiding in a UTEP auditorium, prompting a shelter-in-place order for campus dorms. UTEP President Heather Wilson acknowledged shortcomings in the campus notification process during the incident.

Key Details: • Trial for Robron Lewis began on Tuesday, with charges stemming from a 2021 incident. • Shooting occurred on October 28, 2021, at a McDonald's on Mesa Street. • Lewis and Card allegedly stole 10 pounds of marijuana after the shooting. • UTEP President acknowledged delays in notifying students during the police search.

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