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Andrew Lester trial delayed; judge orders mental exam

By Alyssa MuellerKelli Peltier,

11 hours ago

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Andrew Lester’s jury trial that was set to begin Oct. 7 has been delayed.

On Monday morning, a Clay County judge ordered a mental exam for Lester.

Lester’s attorney filed a motion saying he thinks his client isn’t fit to stand trial in August. He is accused of shooting 16-year-old Ralph Yarl.

Yarl was trying to pick up his siblings when he went to Lester’s home by mistake. The defense argues Lester was acting in self-defense and feared for his life.

Lester will appear for a docket call on Oct. 8.

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