Trial begins for ex-Warren officer in deadly 100 mph crash

The trial of former Warren police officer James Burke began after a jury was seated, with Burke facing involuntary manslaughter and misdemeanor charges for a fatal crash that killed two people on September 30, 2024. Prosecutors allege Burke was driving over 100 miles per hour in his patrol SUV, while his attorney argued he acted with care and blamed the victims' actions for the crash. Burke, who was fired after the incident, could face up to 15 years in prison if convicted. The trial will resume on a later date.