CLEVELAND, Ohio — A pair of psychiatrists offered differing expert opinions in a murder trial where mental health has been a central question.

The final two witnesses gave testimony on Friday in the trial of Bionca Ellis.

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Ellis is charged with 10 counts, including murder and attempted murder, for a June 2024 attack. She’s accused of fatally stabbing 3-year-old Julian Wood and injuring his mother outside a North Olmsted Giant Eagle.

The defense has entered a not guilty plea by reason of insanity. Defense attorneys rested their case Friday after their final witness talked about her interviews, research and conclusion about Ellis’ mental state during the stabbing.

Dr. Sara West, a forensic psychiatrist,

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