Man with schizophrenia who killed British father-of-two in Australia declared unfit for trial

Apr 28, 2026 · 7:23 AM UTC ·2 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 31 views

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A man who killed a British father in Australia has been declared unfit for trial due to mental health issues. David Summers-Smith, who has schizophrenia, stabbed Royce Mallett in July 2024 and pleaded not guilty by reason of mental impairment. The court has ordered Summers-Smith to be held indefinitely in a mental health facility.

Key facts

▪Royce Mallett was killed in July 2024 while visiting Albury, New South Wales.
▪David Summers-Smith displayed symptoms of psychosis at the time of the incident.
▪The Supreme Court determined that Summers-Smith could not be held criminally responsible for the murder.

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▪ Man who murdered UK dad in Australia declared mentally unfit for trial — BBC News

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Original publisher	The Independent
Canonical URL	https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/schizophrenia-david-summers-smith-royce-mallett-australia-b2966171.html
Publication time	Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:23:13 GMT
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