By Casey Nelson
Dec 10, 2020 6:04 PM
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) – The man who allegedly stabbed a police dog says he is competent to stand trial – but after a psychiatrist testified Thursday he is not – additional mental health treatment was ordered.
Sai Vang, 31, faces three charges, including causing injury to a police animal for the April 7, 2019, incident involving Pyro, a Green Bay Police K9 officer. He has pleaded not guilty.
The issue of competency refers to Vang s ability to understand the court proceedings and assist in his own defense.
Dr. Michelle Hume said Vang suffers from schizophrenia, and is not competent to stand trial. However, with additional treatment he is likely to regain competency, she said.