Competency hearing set for man accused of stabbing family members

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A man accused of stabbing and wounding four family members in 2023 will be examined by a clinical psychologist to determine if he’s mentally competent to stand trial.

Judge John W. Lua on Wednesday suspended criminal proceedings against Daniel Keith Johnson after defense counsel said they no longer believe Johnson is competent.

A hearing is scheduled July 9 to go over the doctor’s findings…

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