Judge Orders Competency Evaluation for Ohio 'House of Horrors' Defendants
In Ohio, a judge has ordered mental competency evaluations for Gary Siders Jr. and his mother, Christina 'Lynn' Siders, who are involved in a high-profile child endangerment case. The case, dubbed the 'House of Horrors,' involves allegations of 16 children living in deplorable conditions. The evaluations will determine if the defendants can understand the legal proceedings and assist in their defense. The court denied a request to seal the competency motion, ensuring public access to the proceedings while keeping medical records confidential.