Judge Orders Competency Assessment for Defendant

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A DC Superior Court judge reviewed a defendant’s initial competency report on July 8 and ordered a full competency assessment.

Bradley Middleton was charged with assault with a dangerous weapon on June 10. He was arrested on June 9 after a witness told police that he threatened her with a knife.

DC Superior Court Judge Julie Becker scheduled another mental observation hearing for Aug. 11.