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Jury selected in retrial of former East Point officer accused of sexually assaulting women
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Tyisha Fernandes , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 25, 2026
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Key points The prosecution's case includes claims of rape, which may affect jurors' ability to deliberate. The defendant, Richard Gooddine, is being tried at the Fulton County Courthouse.
A former police officer faces trial again, accused of assaulting females during his time on duty. The prosecution's case includes claims of rape, which may affect jurors' ability to deliberate. To address this, potential jurors were asked about their ability to work under pressure with strangers.
The defendant, Richard Gooddine, is being tried at the Fulton County Courthouse. A jury has been chosen, and the trial is set to proceed with opening statements.
Further details about the case and trial proceedings are available from the source, including updates as the trial unfolds.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 25, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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