BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) \u2014 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.<\/p>\n
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.” <\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
Patel’s attorney said that if someone enters and successfully completes a diversion program, the criminal case can eventually be dismissed.<\/p>\n
Patel faces 21 felony counts. She was released on $500,000 bail days after her arrest.<\/p>\n
The next hearing for the case is set for January 27, 2026.<\/p>\n
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