During a probation hearing a shooting defendant failed to appear in court in front of DC Superior Court Judge Erik Christian on Oct. 25.
On Jan. 20, 2022, Johnathan Davis, 26, pleaded guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon and carrying a pistol without a license outside a home/business as part of an agreement with prosecutors in exchange for a waiver of the indictment. The charges stemmed from a nonfatal shooting at the Union Station Metro stop located on the block of 700 First Street, NE. Davis was sentenced to six months for each charge in 2022.
According to court documents, the victim and Davis were exchanging an unknown amount of marijuana for money. The victim allegedly grabbed the marijuana and ran away, subsequently Davis opened fire on the victim. Davis then jumped over the fare gate and exited the station.
During the hearing a Court Social Services officer (CSSO) stated that the agency filed a violation report of probation report because Davis was arrested by Virginia Metro Police and that there is a pending probation issue in Maryland. Meanwhile, during the proceeding, it also was mentioned that Davis needs a new lawyer.
Ultimately, the court granted the prosecution’s request to file a bench warrant against Davis.
Parities are set to reconvene on Dec. 10 for a show cause hearing and ascertainment of counsel.
