GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, MI — The man accused of stabbing 11 people at a Traverse City Walmart last month will undergo a mental competency evaluation. Bradford Gille, 42, is charged with 11 counts of assault with intent to murder and one count of terrorism for his suspected role in the July 26 mass stabbing.

Gille is charged with terrorism and 11 counts of assault with intent to murder. He was arraigned on July 28 and pleaded not guilty. Grand Traverse County Prosecutor Noelle Moeggenberg said Gille has a history of mental illness and a criminal record that includes assault and malicious destruction of property.

One of the 11 stabbing victims in the rampage at the Walmart near Traverse City told News 8 she has pity for the mentally ill man accused of driving a knife into her back. She has forgiven him.