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Judge Rules Suspect in Killings of 'American Idol' Music Supervisor and Husband Incompetent to Stand Trial

The court ordered transfer to a state hospital for involuntary psychotropic treatment pending a Dec. 19 competency review.

Overview

  • Los Angeles Judge Maria Cavalluzzi found Raymond Boodarian, 22, not presently competent following a court evaluation by Dr. Phani Tumu.
  • The judge authorized involuntary psychotropic medication as medically appropriate, noting a risk of serious harm without treatment.
  • Boodarian refused transportation from jail and did not appear at the hearing, which proceeded after his attorney waived his presence.
  • He is charged with two counts of murder with special-circumstance and firearm allegations tied to a July 10 Encino burglary, with the prosecution paused until competency is restored.
  • Investigators cite home surveillance and a search-warrant affidavit showing a suspect entering before Robin Kaye and Thomas Deluca returned and later leaving while concealing a handgun; potential penalties include life without parole or death if he is later tried and convicted.