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Family of beloved Buckhead murder victim expected to learn if accused killer fit to stand trial

An Atlanta man accused of murder still hasn't had mental evaluation to see if he can stand trial. He's back in court Monday.
A man accused of stabbing a 77-year-old woman in Buckhead, Atlanta, is undergoing a competency evaluation to determine if he is fit to stand trial. The suspect, identified as 25-year-old Damari Jeffrey, allegedly attacked the elderly woman in her home on February 14, 2023. The victim survived the attack but sustained serious injuries. Jeffrey's defense team has requested a mental health evaluation to assess his competency, and a hearing is scheduled to review the findings and decide whether he can proceed to trial. The incident has heightened concerns about safety in the Buckhead neighborhood, prompting discussions about crime prevention and community security measures.

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[ https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/atlanta/court-rule-if-man-accused-stabbing-77-year-old-buckhead-woman-competent-trial/M3GLEHYF6VHEVMDBB3X3QPDXRY/ ]