Judge Denies Release for Shooting Suspect

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DC Superior Court Judge Lynn Leibovitz denied a shooting defendant’s request to be released as he awaits further proceedings on June 17.

Dayquan Henderson, 22, is charged with two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon and two counts of possession of firearm during crime of violence for his alleged involvement in a shooting that occurred on May 11 on the 300 block of Anacostia Road, SE. No injuries were reported.

According to court documents, an individual identified as Henderson, who was inside of the residence, was arguing with two individuals who were outside nearby. During the argument, Henderson allegedly shot at the victims, without striking them. The victims fled the scene.

Michelle Lockard, Henderson’s defense attorney, submitted a motion for Henderson’s pretrial release based on his residing with his pregnant girlfriend, who is not involved in the dispute, and remaining gainfully employed.

Judge Leibovitz denied the request, citing the nature of the offense, adding that bystanders could have been allegedly injured by Henderson.

Parties are slated to return July 8.