Accused murderer Markeith Loyd files handwritten motion

Loyd objects to order for psychological evaluation

ORLANDO, Fla. – Markeith Loyd, who is accused of shooting and killing his pregnant ex-girlfriend and an Orlando police officer, has filed a new handwritten motion with the court. 

In the four-page note, Loyd again argued that he has the constitutional right to represent himself. 

Loyd, 41, also formally objected to the judge's decision ordering him to undergo a psychological evaluation. 

Loyd is accused of killing Sade Dixon and Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton. 

His next scheduled court appearance is Monday. 

 


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