A doctor's report discussed in court Tuesday says that the Fredonia man behind a 38-hour standoff with law enforcement is incompetent to stand trial.
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Matthew Novak, 37, was arrested May 10 after deputies responded to his home two days earlier for a report of gunshots.
During the standoff, Novak allegedly made numerous threats and told officers he possessed multiple weapons. He also admitted to using LSD, cocaine, and marijuana, according to the criminal complaint.
Watch: Doctor deems Fredonia standoff suspect incompetent to stand trial
Novak appeared at the Ozaukee County Courthouse Tuesday afternoon for a hearing on that report, which was filed with the court earlier this month. In the report, the doctor ruled he is incompetent to stand trial; however, Novak's attorney will challenge the decision.
Novak appeared incredibly confused during the hearing, interrupting at one point to disagree with his lawyer Jason Luczak.
“I’m very confused (with) what’s going on here,” Novak said.
Novak also told the judge he plans to request a new attorney. He appeared via Zoom in custody at the Ozaukee County Jail. He is being held on a $1 million bond.
Novak is scheduled back in court Aug. 6 where a final ruling will be made on his competency.
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