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Sentencing rescheduled for man accused of raping family member

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A 40-year-old man was supposed to be sentenced on Thursday, but the judge decided to  reschedule his sentencing due to his mental health.

Dominick Jones of Elkhart is accused of raping a family member who was 13 years old at the time.

The defense attorney asked for an additional continuance and stated that Jones did not understand the presentence investigation paperwork, also noting that there were concerns about his competency which caused him to be sent to a state hospital for evaluation and recovery.

However, The Goshen News states that phone calls and incidents at the jail, as well as Jones’ own ability to write his own motions, indicate that he could possibly be faking the symptoms.

The judge appointed psychologists to evaluate Jones, and a competency hearing is set for June 20.

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