KGMI News

SEABECK, Wash. – A mother from Kitsap County accused of killing her son will undergo a competency evaluation.

KOMO News reports 47-year-old Amber James is charged with first degree murder in the death of her 9-year-old son.

The Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office says he died from strangulation.

A judge ordered a mental health evaluation to see whether or not James is competent to stand trial.