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The Independent UK
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Heather Hollingsworth

Attorney for white homeowner who shot Ralph Yarl says his client needs a psychological evaluation

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The attorney for an 85-year-old white man who shot Ralph Yarl after the teenage Black honor student came to his Kansas City, Missouri, home by mistake has requested a psychological examination for his client, saying he believes the retired aircraft mechanic no longer understands the proceedings against him.

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