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Dr. Ashraf Badour - Martins Ferry, Ohio
Egyptian doctor
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Local Doctor Ordered To Undergo Mental Health Evaluation
A Martins Ferry neurologist accused of making public threats and abusing drugs was ordered to undergo a mental health evaluation.
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Badour Prelim Continued, Seeking Treatment
Suspect still behind bars
MARTINS FERRY, Ohio — A Martins Ferry doctor was scheduled to be back in court on Tuesday, but his preliminary hearing has been continued while he attempts to seek treatment.
Dr. Ashraf Badour is in jail and his bond was set at $1 million. He is charged with making terrorist threats and exhibiting other bizarre behavior.
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Bond Is Set At One Million Dollars for Martins Ferry Doctor
Posted Friday, June 1, 2007 ; 11:47 AM
Updated Friday, June 1, 2007 ; 01:33 PM
Court officials learn of new threats and bizarre behavior
Story by D.K. Wright Email | Bio
MARTINS FERRY, Ohio — Dr. Ashraf Badour wants the chance to post bond, but court officials said there are indications of threats and bizarre behavior that indicate he could be a danger to the public.
During a bond hearing Friday morning, Badour’s attorney offered a long list of conditions they’d be willing to meet in order for the doctor to post bond.
The prosecution spoke of items found in the doctor’s car and office. They said notations on a note found in his office were particularly frightening. They did not specify what he wrote.
Judge Frank Fregiato said the doctor’s behavior has been erratic and nothing short of bizarre and his attitude, cooperation and insight were all very poor.
Fregiato said the court has concerns regarding heroin, cocaine and alcohol use. He also said he has concerns regarding threats to blow up a Sunoco Station in Bridgeport. (snip)
New Accusations Surface Against Imprisoned Doctor
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Fregiato said Badour also threatened to blow up Bridgeport’s Sunoco station and made threats against people at East Ohio Regional Hospital.
Martins Ferry police said they have concerns after finding evidence in Badour’s car.
Police Chief Barry Carpenter said, “We found a piece of notebook paper with four poisons listed in it and scriptures that would indicate devil worship.”
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