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Man charged in Point Defiance Park stabbing not competent to stand trial
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The 27-year-old man charged with attempted murder for stabbing a woman multiple times at Point Defiance Park in February was found not competent to stand trial.
Nicholas Matthew "presents with symptoms consistent with Schizoaffective Disorder and a notable history of cannabis use," according to a forensic evaluation. The evaluation found Matthew does not have the ability to understand the nature of the proceedings against him, nor does he have the capacity to assist in his own defense.
Read more: https://www.king5.com/article/news/crime/man-charged-point-defiance-park-stabbing-not-competent-stand-trial/281-8fde21a3-28c9-49a9-9c9a-ff2e66b65f43