Man accused of raping Lyft driver in Del City will go to jury trial

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – The man accused of raping a metro Lyft driver in Del City will have his trial heard before a jury.

Andre Hunter made an appearance before Judge Heather Coyle on Wednesday at the Oklahoma County Courthouse. He was expected to enter a blind plea but in the final hours changed his mind.

Hunter's attorney told the judge he wanted the case to go to a jury trial, which would prolong the case until August 25.

The victim was surrounded by loved ones...