Closing arguments in trial of Phoenix man accused of murders

PHOENIX — Closing arguments are scheduled to begin Wednesday in the trial of a Phoenix man accused of sexually attacking and fatally stabbing two young women in separate killings about 30 years ago. Bryan Patrick Miller is charged with two counts each of first-degree murder, kidnapping and attempted sexual assault. RELATED: Potential key testimony in trial for alleged ‘canal killer’ The double murder trial began in early October and prosecutors said the state is seeking the death penalty if Miller is convicted. Miller, 50, waived his right to a jury trial so a Maricopa County Superior Court judge will decide…