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Attorneys ask for continuance in Kylr Yust trial

Attorneys ask for continuance in Kylr Yust trial
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Attorneys went before a judge in Jackson County Court for Kylr Yust's trial. 

The 28-year-old faces charges for his role in burning JessicaRunions's car.

The attorneys asked for a continuance, and the judge granted it. 

Runions, 21, who witnesses say was last seen leaving a party with Yust, went missing a little over a year ago. 

</p><p style="text-align: center;"><em>Jessica Runions and Kara Kopetsky

Her remains, along with those of Yust's former girlfriend Kara Kopetsky, were discovered in a field in rural Cass County in April. 

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.