Man charged with threatening Pauline Hanson seeks psychiatric evaluation
Man charged with threatening Pauline Hanson on Facebook has requested a psychiatric evaluation before trial.
Anton Raymond Illich, 47, was charged in July with two counts of using a carrier service to make a threat. At Perth Magistrates Court on Friday, his lawyer requested a psychological assessment.
The assessment could help with negotiations with prosecutors. There are some complex legal issues that need further thought.
The alleged threats were made on Facebook on July 3 in Bayswater, according to court documents. Illich has not yet entered a plea.
His bail was extended. The case was adjourned until January 27 next year.
- Anton Raymond Illich, 47
- Defendant and age
- Bayswater, July 3
- Threat location and date
- January 27 next year
- Next court date
Why it mattersThe case demonstrates how Australian authorities prosecute serious online threats against public figures, underscoring the legal risks of social media abuse.
AustraliaAustralian politician targeted with death threats serious enough to warrant formal charges. Shows how Australian law treats violent online threats.
✓ Claims checked against the source and corrected before publish. checked 2 h ago
