Waiting for a defendant’s competency evaluation and its results, DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt granted a defense’s motion to delay a trial date on January 23.
James Petticolas, 40, is charged with assault with intent to kill while armed, two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon, second-degree burglary while armed and destruction of property less than $1000 for allegedly stabbing a male victim in the back on the 1400 block of North Capitol Street, NW on May 10, 2024.
According to court documents, an individual, identified as Petticolas, entered a store and got into an argument with the victim, who was a cashier. He allegedly left and returned with a knife, chasing the victim around the store and stabbing him in the back before attempting to flee.
At the hearing, Marnitta King, Petticolas’ defense attorney, stated an expert witness is assessing Petticolas for competency and criminal liability. King requested more time to receive results, as not guilty by reason of insanity is being considered as a possible defense.
Parties will reconvene on Feb. 6 to receive updates from defense counsel.
