DC Superior Court Judge Andrea Hertzfeld granted a defense motion on July 16 to continue a stabbing defendant’s mental observation hearing until they can get a second opinion.
Lenare Leath, 21, is charged with assault with intent to commit robbery for his alleged involvement in a stabbing that occurred on May 2 on the 1200 block of W Street, NW. One individual sustained injuries during the incident.
At the hearing, parties discussed a report by the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), in which Leath was found to have acute psychiatric issues but is competent to stand trial.
Quiana Harris, Leath’s defense attorney, did not agree with the findings and asked the court to continue to matter until she can acquire a second opinion.
The prosecution agreed with the DBH’s findings, but did not object to the defense obtaining a second opinion.
The parties will reconvene Aug. 16.
