Justin Mohn Ordered to Stand Trial for Father’s Murder and Terrorism ChargesJustin Mohn, the 32-year-old Middletown Township man accused of killing and beheading his father earlier this year, has been ordered to stand trial following a preliminary hearing at the Bucks County Justice Center on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
Charges and Evidence
During the two-hour hearing, Magisterial District Judge Charles D. Jonas heard testimony that led to Mohn being held for trial on multiple charges, including:
- First-degree murder
- Three counts of terrorism
- Abuse of a corpse
- Possession of an instrument of crime
- Robbery
- Firearms offenses
- Theft
- Criminal use of a communication facility
- Terroristic threats
- Defiant trespassing
The charges stem from the January 30 killing of Michael F. Mohn, Justin’s 68-year-old father, inside their home in Levittown.
Details of the Crime
Prosecutors presented evidence that Mohn:
- Shot his father in the head
- Decapitated him using a machete and knife
- Recorded and uploaded a disturbing 14-minute video to YouTube, showing his father’s severed head
- Called for violent attacks against federal employees and officials
Mohn’s Statement and Behavior
Following the hearing, Mohn made a startling statement to reporters, claiming that his actions were “lawful” and part of a citizen’s arrest. He alleged that the federal government had “betrayed America” and that “it was lawful to use deadly force in that event”.
Next Steps
Judge Jonas scheduled Mohn’s formal arraignment for October 11, 2024. Mohn continues to be held without bail at the Bucks County Correctional Facility.This case has garnered significant attention due to its brutal nature and the potential national security implications. As the legal process moves forward, it continues to raise questions about extremism and the intersection of mental health and violent ideologies.
