The murder trial of former Jetstar captain Greg Lynn has been delayed until next week after the jury was dismissed before the case began.
Jurors were told Friday morning that issues had arisen leading to their dismissal.
Lynn, 57, of Caroline Springs, is accused of murdering Russell Hill, 74, and Carol Clay, 73, in March 2020.
Former Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn enters the Victorian Supreme Court to begin his trial on Thursday
Lynn is accused of murdering Carol Clay (left) and Russell Hill on March 19, 2020.
Sitting at the back of the courtroom, Lynn, neatly dressed in a suit and glasses, listened attentively as the jury of eight men and six women were asked to go home.
On Thursday he appeared before them and formally pleaded not guilty to two counts of murder.
The trial before Judge Michael Croucher is expected to last up to six weeks when it finally resumes.
This jury was told that about 100 witnesses would be called to testify.
Among them will be Lynn’s wife, Melanie, relatives of the deceased, scientists, campmates and police officers.
At its conclusion, jurors will have the option of returning a guilty verdict or the alternative charge of involuntary manslaughter.
Greg Lynn has pleaded not guilty to murder
Lynn’s wife, Melanie, will testify at trial.
Greg Lynn had been a pilot and worked for Jetstar at the time of the alleged murders.