The trial of a 62-year-old Madison man accused of killing a former roommate last year is set to begin this week in Skowhegan.

Roland Flood is charged with the July 2023 murder of 57-year-old Mark Trabue of Anson.

Police say Trabue’s body was found with numerous stab wounds at a Madison cemetery.

The jury pool will report today to Somerset County Superior Court with the jury panel is expected to be finalized for the trial tomorrow.

Flood could face 25 years to life in prison if convicted.

Court records show Flood admitted to threatening to kill Trabue, but said it was a joke. Detective said there was an argument between Flood, Trabue and a third party.

Officers say Flood then asked Trabue to leave the house which resulted in Flood threatening to kill him.

Flood claims he’s innocent and is pleading not guilty.