Trial nears in killing of 3-year-old outside store

CLEVELAND (WJW) – Jury selection could wrap Monday in the trial of a woman charged with killing a 3-year-old boy in a stabbing outside a North Olmsted grocery store.

Bionca Ellis, 34, of Cleveland, faces 10 counts, including aggravated murder, in the death of 3-year-old Julian Wood in June 2024.

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Ellis also faces assault charges for allegedly attacking the child’s mother.

Jury selection started Wednesday. Opening arguments could begin Monday if a jury is seated.

Ellis has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity…

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