Judge Orders Competency Evaluation for Defendant

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On Sept. 3, a DC Superior Court judge ordered a preliminary screening to determine if a defendant is competent to stand trial.

Anthony Israel is charged with assaulting a police officer, attempted threats to do bodily harm and attempted possession of a prohibited weapon.

Israel, 38, allegedly threatened a Special Police Officer (SPO) on Aug. 13 in front of the 800 block of Chesapeake Street, SE. The defendant then allegedly pulled a machete from his waistband and dropped the weapon before walking towards officers, who arrested him. 

Judge Julie Becker scheduled the forensic examination for Sept. 8. A mental observation hearing will be held on Sept. 29.