Jury Selection Begins for Man Charged in Killing of Milwaukee Officer

Tremaine Jones faces multiple charges, including possession of a short-barreled weapon, in the death of Officer Kendall Corder.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 10:48pm

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Jury selection is underway in the trial of Tremaine Jones, the man accused of killing Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder. Jones has pleaded not guilty to the charges, which now include an additional count of possession of a short-barreled shotgun or rifle. The selection process is moving slowly as a large pool of potential jurors is processed, with extensive questioning focused on prior knowledge of the case and potential relationships to law enforcement.

Why it matters

The killing of a police officer is a serious and high-profile crime that often sparks intense public interest and debate around issues of law enforcement, public safety, and the criminal justice system. This trial will be closely watched as it unfolds.

The details

Jones appeared in court in jury clothing as proceedings got underway. The defense confirmed it is ready to proceed to trial. Jury selection is expected to continue once the court reconvenes, with opening statements to follow after a jury is seated. Multiple members of both Tremaine Jones' and Officer Kendall Corder's families were present in court on Monday. Jones appeared stoic.

  • Jury selection began on Monday, March 30, 2026.
  • The trial is expected to last until next Monday at the latest.

The players

Tremaine Jones

The man accused of killing Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder. He has pleaded not guilty to the charges, which now include an additional count of possession of a short-barreled shotgun or rifle.

Officer Kendall Corder

The Milwaukee police officer who was killed, whose family members were present in court.

Judge Havas

The judge presiding over the trial, who told jurors she expects the case to last until next Monday at the latest.

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What they’re saying

“Jury selection is expected to continue once the court reconvenes, with opening statements to follow after a jury is seated.”

— Judge Havas, Presiding Judge

What’s next

The jury was ultimately not selected at the end of court Monday, and Tuesday morning of the trial will pickup with seating the jury prior to opening statements.

The takeaway

This high-profile trial will be closely watched as it unfolds, with the killing of a police officer sparking intense public interest and debate around issues of law enforcement, public safety, and the criminal justice system.