Jury begins deliberating in Sandusky trial

    The Associated Press reports jurors have begun deliberating in the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse trial.

    The jurors began deliberating following closing arguments Thursday afternoon.

    The former Penn State football coach is accused of sexual abuse of 10 boys over a 15-year period.

    Eight young men have testified for the prosecution, claiming they were victims of Sandusky.

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    According to the Associated Press, defense lawyers suggest the accusers were coached.

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