Overview

• A Santa Clara County judge dismissed the local arson case Monday after prosecutors said the federal matter covers the same conduct.
• Deputy District Attorney Emily Lessard said the move aims to ensure accountability while preserving judicial economy.
• Tillman was indicted in early August on one federal count of malicious destruction of government property by fire and pleaded not guilty on Aug. 21.
• The next federal court hearing is scheduled for October, and Tillman remains in federal custody, according to court records.
• Investigators allege he rammed a San Jose post office with his car, ignited lighter-fluid-soaked insta-logs, livestreamed the incident, and spray-painted “Viva La Me,” as earlier county proceedings were paused for a competency evaluation and relatives cite long-standing mental health struggles.