Politics & Government
Judge Allows Government To Conduct Psychiatric Evaluation Of Accused Pittsburgh Synagogue Gunman
The judge's order said the defendant intends to offer expert evidence on his mental condition during sentencing proceedings.
May 11, 2023
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- A judge granted the government's motion to conduct a psychiatric evaluation of the accused gunman in the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting.
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The judge gave government experts permission to evaluate Robert Bowers "as necessary and probative to rebut or confirm Defense experts' anticipated mental health testimony," according to paperwork filed on Monday.
The judge's order said the defendant intends to offer expert evidence on his mental condition during sentencing proceedings. A clerk will hold the reports sealed until a verdict is returned.
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