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Accused to undergo psychiatric assessment to determine fitness for trial

The accused, Justin Peter James Donnell, was arrested for allegedly breaking into an apartment near Mosaic Place
2019-03-15 Saskatchewan provincial court MG
Moose Jaw provincial court. File photo

Resident Justin Peter James Donnell will undergo a psychiatric assessment to determine if he is fit to stand trial in relation to an alleged break and enter at an apartment near Mosaic Place.

Donnell, 31, from Moose Jaw, appeared in Moose Jaw provincial court on Oct. 7, where his defence lawyer had his matters adjourned until Tuesday, Nov. 12.

The accused is scheduled to see a psychiatrist at the Saskatoon Correctional Centre on Saturday, Oct. 19. A report will then be produced to determine his fitness to stand trial and whether he is criminally responsible for his actions.   

Donnell was arrested on Sept. 12 for allegedly breaking into an apartment on High Street West while allegedly wearing a mask and armed with weapons, according to a police news release. He was confronted by the resident of the apartment and a struggle ensued, at which point Donnell was injured. He was sent to hospital and then later released back into police custody

Donnell and the victim were known to each other, according to the news release.

According to the docket in provincial court, Donnell is facing charges for alleged breach of probation (seven times), breaking and entering with intent, disguise with intent, and mischief under $5,000.

Moose Jaw provincial court next sits on Tuesday, Oct. 8.

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