Psychiatrist Says South Carolina Teen Accused in School Plot Is Competent
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A lawyer for a South Carolina teenager accused of plotting to blow up his high school says a psychiatrist has determined his client is competent to stand trial.
Defense attorney Michael Meetze says in court papers filed Thursday that the psychiatrist examined 18-year-old Ryan Schallenberger in jail.
Prosecutors asked for the teen to be evaluated. A federal agent said in court that Schallenberger told police that he wanted to die, go to heaven and kill Jesus.
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Schallenberger was arrested April 19. He faces several state and federal charges, including attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction.