Yet another prosecutor’s exit from DA’s office could delay trial in McKeesport cop slaying

A continuing exodus of prosecutors from the Allegheny County District Attorney’s office could lead to a delay in the death penalty trial for a man accused of killing a McKeesport police officer three years ago.

Jury selection in the case against Johnathan Morris was slated to begin on April 27 with testimony to follow on May 4 before Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Bruce Beemer.

During a Monday status conference on the case, however, Assistant District Attorney Jennifer Berosh said she was leaving the prosecutor’s office at the end of this week…

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