Shooting Co-Defendants Accept Plea Deal 

By Alex Garcia Pecina - September 18, 2024
Daily Stories | Shooting | Suspects |

Two defendants involved in a robbery turned shooting accepted a plea deal before DC Superior Court Judge Erik Christian on Sept. 17.

Kurtis Hubbard, 23, was originally charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence for his involvement in a shooting on the 3200 block of 20th Street, NE which occurred on May 7, 2024. One individual sustained injuries.

Brian Richard, 21, was originally charged with assault with intent to commit robbery for his involvement in the incident. 

According to court documents, Hubbard and Richard attempted to rob the victim, leading to a struggle, causing a firearm to discharge. The victim sustained injuries unrelated to the shooting. 

During the hearing, Charles Haskell, Hubbard’s attorney, and Bryan Bookhard, Richard’s attorney, alerted the court of their intent to accept a plea deal extended by prosecutors. 

The deal, according to Haskell, required Hubbard to plead guilty to assault with intent to commit robbery and unlawful possession of a firearm by a convict, in exchange for the prosecution not seeking an indictment. 

Likewise, Richard’s agreement required him to plead guilty to assault with intent to commit robbery and carrying a pistol without a license in exchange for the prosecution’s not seeking an indictment. 

Parties are slated to reconvene for sentencing on Jan. 8.