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Psychiatric Evaluation Ordered for Illinois Man After Quadruple Homicide

The evaluation follows a violent spree in Rockford, Illinois, where four people were killed and seven injured.

  • Christian Soto, 22, faces charges for the murder of four and injuring seven in a series of attacks involving stabbing, beating, and vehicular assault.
  • The attacks occurred on March 27, with victims including a mail carrier and multiple family members in different homes.
  • Soto, who appeared in court via video, will undergo a psychiatric evaluation before his arraignment set for May 17.
  • A grand jury will review the case on Friday, as authorities continue to investigate the motive behind the attacks.
  • Soto claimed the marijuana he smoked might have been laced, causing paranoia that led to the violent outburst.
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