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Will mental health affect Nick Reiner's trial?

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Mental health is expected to play a central role in Nick Reiner's trial, with questions about his fitness to stand trial and a history of schizophrenia and prior mental health interventions.

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Nick Reiner due in court on murder charges

Mental health will be the key issue in this case, with questions about whether Nick Reiner is mentally fit to stand trial.

Nick Reiner due in court on murder charges
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Nick Reiner due in court on murder charges

Reiner had previously been treated for schizophrenia and police were called to the family home at least twice in 2019 for welfare and mental health checks.

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