Judge Orders Stabbing Defendant Remain in Custody

By Alex Garcia Pecina - October 18, 2024
Daily Stories | stabbing | Suspects | Victims |

DC Superior Court Judge Heide Herrmann ordered that a defendant stay in custody due to the violent nature of the stabbing, as he waived his rights to a preliminary hearing on Oct. 15.

Jeremiah Hall, 38, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon for his alleged involvement in a stabbing that occurred on Oct. 6 on the 1500 block of Benning Road, NE. One individual sustained injuries to his chest and back.

According to court documents, the victim reported that he was outside when a suspect approached him, asking about the location of his “clippers”. Confused, the victim attempted to leave but was suddenly stabbed in his back by the suspect. He managed to escape but was attacked again by the same suspect at a nearby bus stop.

During the hearing, Jesse Winograd, Hall’s attorney, informed the court that Hall waived his rights to the preliminary hearing. 

The prosecution argued that there were no proper conditions to release the defendant, highlighting the violent nature of the crime, Hall’s criminal history, and the victim’s hospitalization. She believed there was enough evidence to continue Hall’s detainment.

Winograd agreed to the characterization.

Judge Herrmann agreed with the prosecution, ruling that Hall will remain in custody. 

Parties are slated to reconvene Nov. 5.