Jury selection set to begin for Alabama Sheriff facing felony indictment

A longtime Alabama law officer is set to stand trial on theft and ethics charges. Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakley was indicted two years ago. Jury selection is scheduled to begin today. Blakely is still working as sheriff despite facing a dozen felony counts. He’s accused of stealing campaign donations, taking interest-free loans, and soliciting money from employees. Blakely is pleading not guilty and announced plans to seek an 11th term in office if acquitted.