BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — A Bakersfield woman who allegedly threatened city council members during a public meeting in 2024 has been ordered to undergo a second mental health examination as her criminal case continues.

Riddhi Patel was arrested on the evening of April 10, 2024, after telling council members, "We'll see you at your house, we'll murder you."

She had been criticizing new security measures, claiming they were retaliation against protesters demanding the council pass a resolution for a ceasefire in Gaza, before making that statement.

The prosecution's motion for the new exam was granted by the judge in the case. Once reports from doctors are received, a determination will be made on whether or not Patel qualifies for a mental health diversion.

Patel's attorney said that

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