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Jury selection begins in trial of former Tenn. Titans scout accused of killing girlfriend, unborn baby
By Megan Scarano at NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
The trial of a former Tennessee Titans scout accused of poisoning his girlfriend is set to begin today. Blaise Taylor is charged in connection to the deaths of his girlfriend and their unborn baby from back in 2023.Jury selection is scheduled to begin on Monday, more than three years after the de...
Key takeaway Blaise Taylor is charged in connection to the deaths of his girlfriend and their unborn baby from back in 2023.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The trial of Blaise Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout, brings attention to the city's ongoing efforts to address domestic violence and support victims' families. As the community watches this high-profile case unfold, it is a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of such crimes. The fact that Taylor was able to post a $2.5 million bond and await trial highlights the complexities of the local justice system. Meanwhile, the delay in the trial due to January's winter storm has likely added to the emotional toll on the family and friends of Jade Benning, who was just 25 years old when she died. As the trial progresses, Nashville residents will be looking for a sense of justice and closure for Benning and her unborn baby, and hoping that the outcome will reflect the severity of the charges Taylor faces, including two counts of first-degree murder.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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