Prosecutors: DNA Links Singer to Crime

BROWNSVILLE - Arguments in the trial of Tejano singer Joe Lopez are underway.

He's accused of drugging and molesting an underage girl. Prosecutors presented DNA evidence they say links Lopez to the crime.

According to prosecutors, a pair of shorts the singer was wearing at the time of alleged rape had both his and the victim's DNA on it.

The defense claims the science behind the DNA isn't credible.

The prosecution is expected to wrap up soon. The defense will then begin their arguments. They're expected to call 10 witnesses.

If convicted, Lopez faces life in prison.