ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Markeith Loyd won’t stand trial this year in connection with the shooting death of Orlando Police Lt.
Debra Clayton due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.Judge Leticia Marques told attorneys Tuesday morning during a hearing not to expect a new trial date until next year.
It’s unknown at this time when Loyd will stand trial, which was originally scheduled to happen in May before COVID-19 closed down courts.“I can safely tell you gentlemen that you will not be in trial on this case before spring of next year.