A new trial date is now set for the man accused in a McAllen murder.

Julio Diaz was in court Monday for a pre-trial hearing. He's charged in connection with the shooting death of Robert Wise.

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The shooting happened outside the McAllen Mason Lodge last summer. Despite challenges from his lawyer, Diaz was recently declared competent to stand trial.

Diaz's trial is set for August 19.