LANSING (AP) — A judge says there’s enough evidence to try a man caught on courtroom video trying to attack a Lansing-area prosecutor with a metal shank he had hidden in his sleeve.
Judge Louise Alderson has ruled that Joshua Harding, 35, of Okemos can be tried for terrorism, assault with intent to commit murder, carrying a concealed weapon and possession of a weapon in jail.
The Lansing State Journal reports Harding wore shackles during his court appearance. He faces up to life in prison if convicted on the terrorism charge.
The Aug. 2 courtroom incident occurred while Harding was on trial for sexual abuse. The video shows a prosecutor eluding him at the last second while a police detective tackles Harding. Harding subsequently was sentenced to 19 to 38 years.
- Posted October 25, 2016
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