MINNEAPOLIS— A judge has ordered a competency evaluation to determine whether a Minneapolis man accused of shooting his neighbor is fit to stand trial.
John Sawchak is charged with attempted murder in the second degree, first-degree assault, stalking and intimidation. The charges stem from an alleged pattern of intimidation that ended with Sawchak shoot his neighborDavis Moturi said in October, according to court documents.
A hearing is scheduled for December 31. At that time, a judge will review Sawchak’s evaluation and decide whether the trial will proceed.
Moturi’s shooting led to outrage from the community and calls for an apology and action from city leaders, including Police Chief Brian O’Hara. In response, O’Hara announced a extensive collaboration with community leaders to help mediate civil disputes and prevent them from escalating into violence.
The Minneapolis City Council has ordered an independent investigation into the incident. That report is expected to be ready in June.
