EVERETT, Wash. — New details are emerging about the shooting of a postal worker by a driver delivering packages for Amazon. The accused now claims he acted in self-defense.

The 26-year-old suspect made his first court appearance Monday, where a judge set bail at $1 million. He is facing potential charges of first-degree assault. The man claims the shooting was in self-defense, though court documents raise questions about his mental health.

The suspect sat silent during his appearance. KING 5 is not identifying him because he has not been formally charged, but the allegations are troubling.

The shooting happened Friday afternoon at the West Mall Place Apartments. A driver delivering Amazon packages allegedly opened fire on a U.S. Postal Service worker, shooting him in the face. Resident

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