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Judge Declares Cedric Irving Jr. Incompetent for Murder Trial

4/18/2026

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A judge ruled Cedric Irving Jr. mentally incompetent to stand trial for the murder of John Beam, an Oakland football coach, after Irving allegedly confessed and claimed Beam used "witchcraft."
Beam was shot on November 13, 2025, at Laney College.
Irving faces charges that could yield 25 years to life.
Irving may be committed to the California Department of State Hospitals.
A hearing is set for May 8.

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Story summary

A judge ruled Cedric Irving Jr. mentally incompetent to stand trial for the murder of John Beam, an Oakland football coach, after Irving allegedly confessed and claimed Beam used "witchcraft."
Beam was shot on November 13, 2025, at Laney College.
Irving faces charges that could yield 25 years to life.
Irving may be committed to the California Department of State Hospitals.
A hearing is set for May 8.