Opening statements scheduled in case of Pratt man accused of raping KU student in dorm

Attorneys will deliver opening statements Tuesday morning in the case of a Pratt man accused of raping a 19-year-old Kansas University student inside a women’s residence hall on the KU campus in spring 2008.

The defendant, who is now 21, is charged with aggravated burglary and rape in connection with the March 2008 incident at Gertrude Sellards Pearson Residence Hall.

Attorneys spent the majority of the day Monday questioning potential jurors before selecting a panel to hear the case.

Lawyers for both sides will make opening statements beginning at 9 a.m. Tuesday in Judge Paula Martin’s courtroom in Douglas County District Court.