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This undated photo provided by the Arizona Department of Corrections shows Alan Champagne, who was convicted of killing two people whose bodies were found buried in his mother's backyard in Phoenix. The Arizona Supreme Court is scheduled to issue a decision Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019, in Champagne's appeal. (Arizona Department of Corrections via AP)

Man convicted of killing 2, burying bodies loses appeal

By JACQUES BILLEAUD - Associated Press

FILE - This undated file booking photo provided but the Arizona Department of Corrections shows Alan Mathew Champagne. Jurors heard opening statements in Phoenix Monday, May 1, 2017 at the trial of Champagne, who is charged with killing two people at his Phoenix apartment in 2011 and burying the bodies in his mother's backyard. Champagne has pleaded not guilty to the charges. Champagne's girlfriend, Elise Garcia, is expected to testify at the trial. (Arizona Department of Corrections via AP, File)

Arizona man on trial for 2 bodies found in mom’s backyard

By JACQUES BILLEAUD - Associated Press