BALTIMORE — Mayor Brandon Scott briefly switched caps Thursday, from Baltimore City's top executive to juror.
Scott was selected as an alternate juror for the murder trial of Paul Ray, 18, who was charged in an August 2023 double shooting that killed 16-year-old Digital Harbor High School student, Bryson Hudson.
Jury duty would've impacted Scott's public schedule as Mayor over the coming days, but Ray ended up pleading guilty to first-degree murder. He's scheduled to be sentenced January 29, 2025.
The move effectively ended the trial, allowing Scott to avoid sitting on the jury.
I was instructed to show this to my bosses to prove that I completed my jury service, so I am. Everyone who is called should complete their civic duty and serve. Now, back to our regular scheduled program. pic.twitter.com/gXF0zp2u9U
— Brandon M. Scott (@MayorBMScott) October 10, 2024
While expressing surprise at being chosen, Scott said he planned to fulfilling his obligations as a juror.
“Jury service is one of our most important civic duties, which ensures our judicial system functions properly,” said Scott. “While being selected was somewhat a surprise, I will fulfill my responsibilities as an alternate juror proudly and fairly.”
