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id: 72dcf1247b
section: safety
first_reported: 2026-11-12 07:03 EST
updated: 2026-11-12 15:59 EST
status: reported
outlets: 2
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# Murder trial begins in Macomb County for Roseville man

Jury selection began Thursday in Macomb County in the murder trial of Deandre Booker, who is accused of killing his ex-girlfriend, Ashley Elkins.

Section: [Public Safety](/detroit/section/safety.md) · Entities: [Deandre Booker](/detroit/wiki/deandre-booker.md), [Ashley Elkins](/detroit/wiki/ashley-elkins.md)

## Coverage

- [WXYZ 7 Action News (ABC)](https://www.wxyz.com/news/an-avalanche-of-evidence-trial-begins-for-man-accused-of-killing-his-ex), 2026-11-12 07:03 EST: ‘An avalanche of evidence’: Trial begins for man accused of killing his ex
- [WDIV Local 4 (NBC)](https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2026/11/12/jury-seated-for-trial-of-ex-boyfriend-accused-of-murdering-ashley-elkins/), 2026-11-12 15:59 EST: Jury seated for trial of ex-boyfriend accused of murdering Ashley Elkins

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