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Judge Revokes Shooting Defendant’s Probation Due To Guilty Verdict in Federal Case

On July 10, DC Superior Court Judge Lynn Leibovitz revoked a defendant’s probation due to his recent conviction in an unrelated federal case.

Ronald Yarborough, 29, pleaded guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon and unlawful possession of a firearm with a prior conviction on Dec. 22, 2020. He was originally charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence for his involvement in a non-fatal shooting that occurred on June 28, 2020 on the 400 block of 2nd Street, NW. He was also charged with unlawful possession of a firearm with a prior conviction for being in possession of a firearm at the time of his arrest on July 23, 2020, at the same location. 

On May 3, 2021, DC Superior Court Judge Robert Okun sentenced Yarborough to 36 months for assault with a dangerous weapon, with 12 months suspended, and 18 months for unlawful possession of a firearm with a prior conviction, with six months suspended. He served the terms concurrently and was also required to be on supervised probation for two years upon release. 

However, on Jan. 29, Yarborough allegedly violated his probation, and was detained in connection to an unrelated US District Court case.

When asked by Judge Leibovitz for guidance regarding Yarborough’s probation, a Court Services & Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA) probation officer recommended revocation of Yarborough’s probation due to his conviction. The prosecution also agreed.

Judge Leibovitz concurred, stating that given the defendant’s guilty verdict, she would order for the revocation of Yarborough’s probation.

Parties are set to reconvene on July 26 for a re-sentencing.

Defense Requests 3rd Continuance for Double Homicide Trial

A homicide defendant’s attorney asked DC Superior Court Judge Maribeth Raffinan on July 9 to consider a third continuance for trial due to expert witness issues.

Keanan Turner, 33, is charged with two counts of first-degree murder while armed with aggravating circumstances, aggravated assault knowingly while armed, assault with intent to kill while armed, four counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, destruction of property, carrying a pistol without a license, tampering with physical evidence, second-degree cruelty to children, attempted murder against a minor, and arson. 

The charges stem from his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of Wanda Wright, 48, and Ebony Wright, 31, on the 2000 block of Good Hope Court, SE on April 12, 2021. 

Turner’s defense attorney, Franz Jobson, requested a continuance for the trial that is slated to begin July 17. 

Jobson pointed to issues revolving around an expert witness the defense needs to testify in relation to the prosecution’s cell phone data evidence. 

The prosecution had entered three cell phone plot points into evidence that allegedly show the defendant in the general area at the time of the murders. 

According to Jobson, their witness was set to testify until he received a notification from Turner’s family that they were unable to pay the expert’s invoice, therefore delaying their appearance at trial. 

When asked for specifics, Jobson told the court the expert witness is $390 an hour and they have already worked eight hours in preparation for trial. 

Additionally, Jobson mentioned that Turner’s family is already in debt to him for around $50,000. 

“I don’t think this is an unreasonable request,” Jobson said.

The prosecution objected to this continuance, claiming that this issue should have been brought up sooner than a week before trial, as the witness was contracted by the defense almost a year ago.

According to the prosecution, this trial had already been continued twice and is now over three years old. The prosecutor also stated that this case involves a child and should be moving expeditiously.

Additionally, the prosecution said the defense attorney’s bill should not be delaying the trial as it is a separate matter. If this is a money issue, delaying the trial does not solve that, the prosecutor said.

Judge Raffinan ordered the defense team to file a specific, detailed motion for continuance before 6 p. m. on July 9.

The parties are set to meet again July 10.

‘Today Marks the First Day of the Rest of Your Life,’ Judge Tells Shooting Defendant as She Terminates His Probation 

DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt terminated a shooting defendant’s probation following his “progression with some bumps on the road,” during a July 9 hearing. 

Markeis Crandall, 20, pleaded guilty to aggravated assault knowingly while armed and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence in 2022 for his involvement in a non-fatal shooting that left two individuals injured. The incident took place on the 2200 block of Minnesota Avenue, SE, on Nov. 26, 2021.

Crandall received a suspended sentence of five years with two years of probation.

He was originally charged with two counts of assault with intent to kill while armed, two counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and carrying a pistol without a license.

During Crandall’s term of probation, he was detained at the DC Jail for multiple violations and repeatedly admitted into court-ordered residential substance abuse treatment programs.

At the hearing, a representative from the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA) alerted Judge Brandt that Crandall had been a victim of a shooting. According to the representative, Crandall endured an injury to his leg, which has required and will continue to need multiple surgeries, including an upcoming skin graft. 

The representative deemed probation “no longer accommodating” to Crandall and his family, stating he has shown improvement. “I want him to have a chance,” the representative said, adding “He’s thinking of big life decisions right now,” following his shooting. 

She requested Judge Brandt terminate the probation with the Youth Rehabilitation Act (YRA) sentencing, which will seal his conviction. 

The prosecution did not oppose the request, stating they defer to the court on the decision based on his record of improvement. Sellano Simmons, Crandall’s defense attorney, agreed with CSOSA.

“I’ve spent the last two years trying to save you from a drug addiction,” Judge Brandt told Crandall, congratulating him on his progress. 

“We have to do better,” she proclaimed, arguing that shootings have become a societal issue. 

However, she stated, his shooting gave him an “up close and personal vantage point of what the victim in [this] case felt.” 

“Today marks your first day of the rest of your life,” Judge Brandt told Crandall, as she terminated his probation under the YRA. 

No further dates were set. 

Judge Finds Probable Cause in a Non-Fatal Shooting Case

DC Superior Court Judge Heide Herrmann found probable cause that a shooting defendant fired shots inside of an apartment, during a July 9 hearing. 

Dayquan Henderson, 22, is charged with two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon and two counts of possession of firearm during crime of violence for his alleged involvement in a shooting that occurred on May 11 on the 300 block of Anacostia Road, SE. No injuries were reported. 

According to court documents, an individual identified as Henderson, who was inside of the residence, was arguing with two individuals who were outside. During the argument, Henderson allegedly shot at the victims, without striking them. The victims ran away from the residence.

At the hearing, a Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) detective, who interviewed the witnesses, said they could not identify the suspect.

Henderson’s attorney, Michelle Lockard, asked the detective if he was able to identify the defendant from the surveillance footage he had access to. The detective testified he was unable to see if the individual in the video was a man or woman, but assumed it was a man. 

Lockard argued against probable cause, stating the suspect’s body and face was not shown in the footage, no DNA was found on the firearm, and witnesses were unable to identify the man. 

The prosecution said the witnesses were close relatives and provided the birth date of the defendant, indicating that this is the same suspect. 

Judge Herrmann ordered that Henderson remain detained awaiting further proceedings. 

Parties are slated to return on July 12. 

Shooting Defendant With ‘Cognitive Distortion’ Waives Preliminary Hearing

A shooting defendant, whose attorney claims deals with “cognitive distortion” due to past trauma, waived his right to a preliminary hearing in front of DC Superior Court Judge Heide Herrmann on July 9. 

Rasheed Thorne, 21, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and possession of a firearm during crime of violence for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal shooting that occurred on May 20 on the 5800 block of 7th Street, NW. An off-duty police officer sustained injuries during the incident. 

According to court documents, the officer was driving his personal vehicle to work when he spotted a vehicle driving erratically in front of him.The car stopped, one suspect got out, and shot at the officer’s vehicle.

The officer was injured and drove his vehicle to a station for assistance, where he was transported to a hospital for treatment of injuries.

At the hearing, Janai Reed, Thorne’s defense attorney, said the defendant was cooperative when informed the victim was a police officer. 

“His reaction was hypersensitive,” said Reed.   

The prosecution claimed Thorne’s actions were “unprovoked” and requested a continued hold, citing his prior gun arrest.

Reed disagreed with the prosecution that his actions were “unprovoked”, stating it could have been handled better. She argued it’s reasonable behavior to feel alarmed when an individual believes someone is following them.

Judge Herrmann ordered Thorne remain detained awaiting further proceedings.

Parties are slated to return on July 16.

Defendant’s Participation in Rehab Program Delays His Arraignment

A shooting defendant’s arraignment was delayed due to his participation in a rehabilitation program in Maryland in front of DC Superior Court Judge Lynn Leibovitz on July 9. 

Juaval Huff, 29, is charged with carrying a pistol without a license and unlawful possession of a firearm for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal shooting incident on March 26 on the 1300 block of Okie Street, NE. 

During the hearing, Judge Leibovitz planned to arraign Huff on his charges, but Huff’s defense attorney, Greg Baron, informed Judge Leibovitz that the defendant is currently in a rehabilitation service for alcohol and drug misuse.

According to court documents, Huff allegedly fired two shots at three victims. One of the victims was shot in the back of the head and was transported to the hospital where he received treatment. The two other victims left the scene unharmed.

Documents also stated, when they arrested Huff on April 22, that he admitted to possessing drugs and alcohol at the time. 

Baron requested a continuance for the arraignment, explaining that Huff gets out of rehabilitation on Aug. 13.

Parties are scheduled to reconvene on Aug. 26 for Huff’s arraignment.

Judge Denies Release Request for Stabbing Defendant

DC Superior Court Judge Robert Salerno denied a stabbing defendant’s request for release during a July 9 hearing. 

Amadelia Hernandez, 34 is charged with assault with a deadly weapon for her alleged involvement in a stabbing incident that occurred on March 29 on the 400 block of Emerson Street NW. One individual sustained injuries during the incident. 

According to court documents, the stabbing occurred while the victim was making a smoothie for a person in the residence. The two were allegedly talking about Hernandez, who was allegedly visiting another occupant of the residence. The witness told police that Hernandez may have overheard their conversation and got upset.

Damon Catalos, Hernandez’s attorney, requested she be released as she awaits further proceedings, saying she does not pose a danger to the community.

Judge Salerno denied the request, citing that the circumstances of the case have not changed. 

Catalos also requested access to the victim’s medical records, explaining that in order to move forward with his intended defense theory he would need access to the victim’s treatment history.

The prosecution stated that once they obtain these records they would share them with the defense. 

Catalos emphasized that he needed the records before the Sept. 17 trial date because his ability to build a comprehensive and effective defense without the records would be significantly hampered. 

Parties are slated to return for a trial readiness hearing on Aug. 16.

Document: Suspect Arrested in 2019 Homicide

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the arrest of 25-year-old Pedro Alexander Joya Argueta, who is charged with first-degree murder while armed – felony murder for his alleged involvement in the fatal stabbing of 16-year-old Eberson Guerra-Sanchez. The incident occurred on April 27, 2019 on the 5200 block of Canal Road, NW.

Stabbing Defendant’s Request For Release Amid Health Issues Denied

DC Superior Court Judge Andrea Hertzfeld denied a stabbing defendant’s request for release during a July 9 hearing.

Hollyman McQueen, 59, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon for his alleged involvement in a stabbing that occurred on May 8 at the Washington Nursing Facility on the 2400 block of 25th Street, SE.

According to court documents, McQueen was allegedly upset he got a roommate at the facility. The two got into a disagreement about the lighting in the room, and McQueen pushed the victim on his bed and stabbed him in the back of the knee. 

Henry Escoto, McQueen’s attorney, said McQueen should be released because he isn’t receiving the necessary healthcare that he needs at the jail. “He is not getting the same care he was getting at the nursing home,” said Escoto. 

Judge Hertzfeld asked the defense to file a written motion asking for the release of McQueen, denying the oral request.

During the hearing, McQueen also became angered and confused that Escoto was still on his case after he allegedly fired him. “What are you doing here,” said McQueen, adding “He’s fired.” 

Judge Hertzfeld stated that she would address McQueen getting a new defense attorney at the next hearing. 

“I don’t want to see his face no more,” McQueen said as he left the courtroom.

Parties are slated to meet July 23. 

Shooting Case Delayed Due to Attorney’s Late Appearance

A shooting defendant’s case was delayed due to her attorney forgetting about a hearing regarding discussions on a motion for release and a plea offer in front of DC Superior Court Judge Andrea Hertzfeld on July 8.

Angela Milhouse, 59, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon, endangerment with a firearm, two counts of carrying a pistol without a license, two counts of possession of a prohibited weapon, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, simple assault, possession of an unregistered firearm, unlawful possession of ammunition, and destruction of property, for her alleged involvement in a non-fatal shooting incident that occurred on Oct. 6, 2023, on the 5000 block of Astor Place, SE. No injuries were reported.

Milhouse’s defense attorney, Ferguson Evans, who showed up hours after the hearing was slated to begin, said he forgot about the hearing and his assistant failed to remind him. 

According to Hertzfeld, this is not the first time Evans has caused a delay in a client’s case due to his inability to keep track of his schedule. 

Judge Hertzfeld admonished Evans, stating he should remember to check his email, as her staff works “hard” to send out a daily calendar to all the defense attorneys scheduled to be in her courtroom.

Despite the attorneys tardiness, Judge Hertzfeld discussed Evans’ motion to release Milhouse. 

According to court documents, Milhouse allegedly fired into an apartment unit of the victim and her finance. The shooting caused the sliding glass door on the balcony to shatter, but no injuries were reported. 

In the motion, filed by Evans on June 24, he requested Judge Hertzfeld release Milhouse from jail on home confinement, citing her lack of a criminal history, despite two misdemeanor cases in the 1990s and 2000s. Evans also discussed her history of employment, stating her 15 year tenure at the Washington Metro Area Transit Authority (WMATA) “demonstrates the ties and commitment Ms. Milhouse has to Washington, DC.”

Judge Hertzfeld denied the request for release.

According to Evans, Milhouse also expressed interest in discussing a plea offer extended by the prosecution, but he has not had sufficient time to review it with her. He requested a continuance. 

Parties are set to reconvene on July 12.

Stabbing Defendant Represents Himself in Bench Trial

A bench trial for a non-fatal stabbing defendant began on July 8, with the defendant representing himself and testifying on his own behalf before DC Superior Court Judge Jason Park.

James Campbell, 43, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and assault with significant bodily injury for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal stabbing on July 19, 2023, that occurred near the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Warder Street, NW. One individual sustained injuries during the incident. 

The prosecution’s opening statement described the victim as a “caring” individual who approached Campbell out of concern for his health. According to the prosecution, the victim was forced to defend himself against a sudden attack from Campbell, sustaining a puncture wound to the arm from the incident.

“I was simply sitting under a tree on a hot day,” Campbell responded in his opening statement, when the victim, a man he claimed was much larger than him, approached him. 

According to Campbell, the victim was standing over him and would not leave him alone despite telling the victim multiple times to leave. Campbell stated he had acted in self-defense, using “just enough force” to get the victim away from him.

Following opening statements, the prosecution called on the victim to testify. 

He narrated that he was riding his bike home from the gym when he saw a man, identified later as Campbell, on the side of the road who “looked like he needed help.” The victim testified he observed Campbell almost fall into the street, looking unconscious.

According to the victim, he approached Campbell and asked if he needed help, standing approximately five to six feet away. He described Campbell as hunched over, rocking back and forth, and disheveled.

The victim said Campbell responded in an “aggressive manner” and grabbed a hold of his bike. The victim tried pushing Campbell away with the bike with the altercation moving into the middle of the street. The victim testified to grabbing a hold of the bike and hitting Campbell with it, causing a laceration on Campbell’s head.

After Campbell was hit, the victim testified, the defendant pulled a knife out of his pocket and began swinging it at the victim. The victim tried using his bike once again as a shield, but Campbell reached through the bike and stabbed the victim in the arm.

“I was fearing for my life, I didn’t think I was going to make it home,” the victim testified.

An individual in the area exited his car and went to the scene to help the victim, who pinned Campbell down on the ground, he testified. The individual stepped on Campbell’s wrist and got the knife out of his hand. The victim then got back on his bike and rode away, seeking medical attention.

The victim said he sustained a puncture wound to the arm, along with multiple large bruises to this arms, legs, and chest. He received four internal stitches and six external stitches where he was stabbed.

During cross examination, the victim testified that he remembered Campbell telling him, “you hit me, you touched me, you can’t do that, just leave me alone, get away.” He also agreed with Campbell that Campbell had not physically touched him before Campbell was hit with the bike, but the victim stated Campbell was “physically intimidating.”

The prosecution also called an officer from the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) who responded to the scene and an eyewitness who recorded the altercation on his phone. Both witnesses stated that Campbell appeared to be under medical duress and was the aggressor in the situation.

After the prosecution rested their case, Campbell made a motion for acquittal.

Pertaining to the assault with significant bodily injury charge, Campbell argued that the prosecution did not call any expert witnesses to testify to the severity of the victim’s injuries. He also argued that because the victim was able to ride away on his bike, his injuries were not significant.

Pertaining to the assault with a dangerous weapon charge, Campbell testified that he was in fear of significant injury. He stated that the victim did not move away from him after requesting multiple times that he leave. He also argued that the knife was used in response to the victim hitting him with his bike, causing a laceration to his head.

Judge Park denied the motion for acquittal.

Because Campbell was representing himself in court, he chose to deliver his testimony as a statement of facts. Campbell began by repeating that he was “sitting under a tree on a hot day, minding my own business” when the victim approached him with a “weird look.” He asked the victim to leave, feeling that “something wasn’t right” with the victim.

He testified that he had originally grabbed the victim’s bike to encourage the victim to leave him alone. The victim then swung his bike at Campbell and hit him in the head. Campbell was blinded in one eye due to the blood from his wound and dirt.

He further stated that the brandishing of the knife was also to encourage the victim to get away from him, stabbing the victim in the arm in an attempt to get the victim to drop the bike.

Lastly, Campbell admitted a photo of a pocket knife into evidence, which was not the knife used to stab the victim, that was recovered from his person by MPD officers. He stated that after being disarmed with the first knife, he still had a second knife on his person that he did not use. He testified that he could have attacked the victim again if he wanted to, but did not want to escalate the situation further.

During cross examination, the prosecution went through Campbell’s criminal record, consisting of approximately 15 convictions including car theft, prison escape, destruction of property, receiving stolen property, and possession of cocaine.

Campbell denied speaking with police about the incident, but video footage from an MPD officer’s body-worn camera showed a conversation between Campbell and the officers. In the video, Campbell stated that he did not remember where he was or how he got there, nor how he received the gash on his head.

In his response statement, Campbell said that all of the evidence showed that he was experiencing a medical issue, specifically a “mental health episode.” Campbell then revealed that he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and paranoid schizophrenia. He insisted that he was not in his right mind during the incident and felt that he was in danger from the victim.

Parties are slated to return July 9 for closing statements.

Judge Issues Second Order for Defendant to Complete Outpatient Program

DC Superior Court Judge Maribeth Raffinan ordered a homicide defendant on July 9 to enroll in an outpatient program and report for a drug test, after having previously telling him to do so. 

Terrance Barnes, 35, is charged with first-degree murder while armed. Barnes, who struggles with substance abuse, allegedly fired a gun with premeditated malice, fatally wounding Barry Homles, 57, on April 17, 2019, on the 5100 block Southern Avenue, SE. 

Barnes had previously been ordered by Judge Raffinan to enroll in a substance abuse outpatient program. His defense attorney, Molly Bunke, said Barnes has an appointment with Creative Pathways, an outpatient program, today, to enroll. 

Barnes also previously failed to report to a drug test on July 8. He claimed he was at work and called his case manager to let them know that he could not make it, so it was rescheduled to Tuesday. 

Judge Raffinan advised Barnes that these issues need to be taken care of before court, especially because they had previously been ordered. 

Due to his failure to complete, Judge Raffinan ordered Barnes to complete a drug test and enroll in an outpatient program later that day. 

The parties are slated to meet again Sept. 17.

Judge Denies Murder Defendant’s Motion to Attend Family Vacation

DC Superior Court Judge Maribeth Raffinan denied a homicide defendant’s request on July 9 to attend a family vacation in South Carolina.

Desmond Gaskin, 38, is charged with second-degree murder while armed, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, unlawful possession of a firearm by a prior convict, tampering with physical evidence, first-degree theft, and destruction of property, for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 40-year-old William Whittington Jr. on July 19, 2022, at the 400 block of Burbank Street, SE. 

Judge Raffinan said she does not think “it is appropriate” given the charges in the case. 

In arguing for the request, Gaskin’s defense attorney Jason Tulley said Gaskin had been compliant with his pretrial release for a year-and-a-half without issues. He also said the court has previously had a track record of giving the defense less than they asked for, but Gaskin complied anyway. 

Pretrial Services did not oppose Gaskin going on this trip, stating that he could take his GPS off to go swimming. 

The prosecution objected to letting Gaskin attend the family gathering. Being compliant is expected, the prosecutor said. The prosecutor also had concerns with the distance to South Carolina and objected to the GPS being taken off. 

According to the prosecution, Gaskin, who previously tried to flee the area, was a flight risk. The night of the incident, he allegedly fled to Maryland and emptied one of his bank accounts, before taking a flight to Georgia. 

According to the prosecution, they have a still image of a person they claim is Gaskin, walking into the surveillance room where video evidence was destroyed. 

Tulley said he is “fed up” with the prosecution misconstruing facts. He claimed the still image is of a shadowy figure near a closed door, and there is no way to tell who it is or if they went into the room. 

Tulley also said the prosecution had a “fantastical claim” that the defendant is dangerous and a flight risk. 

Tulley told the court that the trip to Georgia was previously planned and not an effort to flee. He pointed out that Gaskin came back to Maryland within a week, where he was then arrested at his mother’s residence. 

Judge Raffinan asked about a previous conviction in 2008 for fleeing a law enforcement officer.

The defense told the judge the incident happened after a night out, and there was a dispute over whether he was the one driving or not.

Prosecution told the judge that the defendant’s probation was revoked in the conviction. 

Parties are set to reconvene Sept. 6. 

Judge Grants Request for Continuance of Sentencing in Murder Case

DC Superior Court Judge Maribeth Raffinan granted the defense’s motion to continue the sentencing on July 9 in Daniel Fleetwood’s murder case so they can meet with an expert witness, despite the plea having already been accepted. 

Fleetwood, 28, pleaded guilty May 29 to second-degree murder wile armed. He was originally charged with first-degree murder while armed in connection to the death of 26-year-old Shana Donahue on May 28, 2020, on the 2900 block of N Street, SE. 

Fleetwood’s defense attorney, David Knight, said he would hire a medical professional to analyze Fleetwood. Knight requested that Judge Raffinan delay sentencing and the pre-sentencing report interview until after the expert has completed their analysis. 

However, due to the Public Defender Services (PDS) furlough, which is slated to commence July 15, they could not hire a witness until the end of September. 

The prosecution objected to the continuance of the sentencing. The prosecutor said the sentencing date has already been set, and it would be unfair to the victims and their families. 

The prosecution also objected to the vague circumstances surrounding the medical expert. 

Judge Raffinan met with the defense team ex parte to discuss the issue and agreed that, at this time, the defense does not need to disclose to the prosecution why they need an expert. 

Judge Raffinan also said the case was unique and granted the defense’s motion to continue the sentencing. It is now set for Dec. 13. 

The parties are set to meet again on Sept. 13.

Parties Wait For Competency Evaluation, Judge Grants Continuance

Due to awaiting a defendant’s competency evaluation and its results, DC Superior Court Judge Erik Christian granted a defense’s motion for continuance on July 9.

James Petticolas, 40, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon for allegedly stabbing a male victim in the back on May 10 on the 1400 block of North Capitol Street, NW. According to court documents, Petticolas was in a store and got into an argument with the victim, who was an employee of the store. Petticolas left the store and reentered with a knife, and shortly began chasing the victim as he was attempted to flee.

The victim suffered a laceration to the lower left side of his back, which appeared to be about 12 to 13 centimeters in length and about 3 centimeters deep, documents state.

At the hearing, Marnitta King, Petticolas’ defense attorney, waived her client’s presence and requested a continuance as she waits for a competency evaluation to be completed on her client.

According to a July 7 letter, a clinical psychologist from the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) at Saint Elizabeths Hospital attempted to conduct an evaluation on Petticolas, but stated Petticolas declined to participate and wanted to speak with his attorney. 

The psychologist requested a continuance to allow time for a “thorough competency evaluation to be conducted.”

The prosecution did not object to the defense’s request.

King also mentioned that she is waiting to discuss a plea offer with her client that had previously been offered by the prosecution. Details of the plea offer were not disclosed in court.

Parties are slated to return on Aug. 1.