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Attorneys for a man accused of murder and dismemberment have requested a psychiatric evaluation for their client.

Two brothers face charges of murder and mutilation of a body in the May 2024 death of a Battle Creek man.

LANSING — On the virtual eve of trial, attorneys for one of two brothers charged with killing a Battle Creek man and cutting up his body last year cited concerns about his ability to assist in his own defense.

Assistant Ingham County Public Defender Stephen Milks, who represents Marcus Lee Hayes, told a judge he has "serious and grave concerns" about his client's mental competency. Attorneys believe there's "a potential for manipulation," and Hayes hasn't been honest with them about some things, Milks said.

During a Nov. 6 hearing, Ingham County C

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