News : First day of arguments heard in Talley Murder Trial

The first day of the Tacoa Talley trial began on Tuesday, April 11, 2022. Talley has been accused of murder in the death of Jodie Bevans of Palo.

On Monday, 105 potential jurors arrived at the Benton County Courthouse. Lawyers settled on just 14 Benton County residents to serve on the jury. 

Arguments began on Tuesday. Jurors heard about a camping trip that was cut short upon the discovery that Jodie did not arrive at work on the Friday of her murder. The family contacted the Benton County Sheriff's Office who met them at the home where Jodie was discovered. Officials on the scene collected evidence and also testified during the trial on Monday. Family members were also called to the stand where they gave testimony in the case.

It is expected that the trial will wrap up by the end of the week.