(Richland County, IL) — The fitness trial for accused murderer Glenn Ramey will be held in Effingham County. Ramey was arrested in November of 2016 and accused of raping and killing an eight-year-old girl from Olney. Richland County court records show that the defense and prosecution have agreed to hold the fitness trial in Effingham County. Another hearing is scheduled to take place today to determine whether the trial will be able to be held on its tentative date, September 11th. The fitness trial will determine whether Ramey is mentally competent to stand trial on rape and murder charges.
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