Benway’s Trial on Hold for Mental Health | Peoria News

Peoria News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 31, 2026 · 1m

Scott Benway, accused of blowing up his townhouse and firing at a police officer on Mother’s Day, remains jailed without mental health treatment due to lack of available beds — delaying his trial until he’s deemed fit to stand in court. Facing charges including attempted murder and arson, Benway suffered serious injuries in the explosion but no one else was hurt thanks to an earlier evacuation. Though now walking without a wheelchair, he stayed silent during court and entered a not guilty plea. A mental health evaluation could take up to a year before he’s ready for trial — and justice hangs…