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Judge postpones U.S. trial for man charged in 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103
Summary by Frisco News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Michael Kunzelman | The Associated Press , as published by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· August 24, 2026
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Key points The case involves a former Libyan official accused of a role in a bombing that occurred nearly 40 years ago. A trial has been delayed due to newly found information.
A trial has been delayed due to newly found information. Defense lawyers need time to review this development. The case involves a former Libyan official accused of a role in a bombing that occurred nearly 40 years ago. A hearing is now set for September 1.
The defendant's trial was initially scheduled to start with jury selection. His lawyers received the new information from prosecutors recently.
Details about the nature of the new evidence are not specified in the judge's order.
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Published: August 24, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
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