BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — There is a new development in an Allentown double murder case, nearly two months after a couple was killed in their home.
The Erie County District Attorney's Office says the defense team has filed its notice of a psychiatric defense for 34-year-old Bryan Chiclana, who is charged with one count of first-degree murder and two counts of second-degree murder.
A psychiatric defense focuses on the defendant's mental state at the time of the crime. It often requires psychiatric evaluations and expert testimony.
Chiclana is accused of killing 37-year-old Jordan Celotto and 40-year-old Michael "Mickey" Harmon on March 4 inside their home on St. Louis Place.
Chiclana has pleaded not guilty to the murder charges against him. The matter is scheduled for further proceedings on June 30.
