A psychological assessment has been recommended for a young man facing first degree sexual assault and first degree burglary, both felonies.
The assessment is to determine if he is fit to stand trial.
The motion by the government in the case of Saufo’i Tusiga was accepted by District Court Judge Fiti Sunia.
The defendant has been in the custody of the hospital.
During his hearing this morning, Judge Sunia explained to Tusiga’s father that his son is sick and needs to be evaluated and assessed on the mental state of his mind.
Judge Sunia also told the father that his son has been treated and is getting medication for his condition and will be remanded back to the hospital where he will be monitored on his condition until his next appearance which has been scheduled for May 25th.
When the judge asked the defendant, if he understands everything that has been said he nodded his head and said yes.
The case is being prosecuted by Assistant Attorney General, Woodrow Pengally while Assistant Public Defender Kate Hannaher is representating Tusiga.
