Murder Suspect’s Release Modified For Employment

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DC Superior Court Judge Todd Edelman granted a murder defendant’s request to modify his release conditions during a Jan. 17 hearing.

Karim Ibrahim, 21, is charged with second-degree murder while armed for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 23-year-old Javonni Coleman on Jan. 16, 2024 on the 2400 block of S Street, SE.

Court documents show Ibrahim has been under home confinement since September 2024, and his defense attorney, Kevin Mosley, told Judge Edelman there were no violations during the period, in spite of delays in his mental health evaluation.

A representative from the Pretrial Services Agency (PSA) verified Ibrahim’s compliance with the required conditions and plans to complete the pending mental health assessment through court services.

During the hearing, Mosley requested Judge Edelman modify Ibrahim’s release conditions so he is able to work. Judge Edelman granted the request, but issued a curfew, which requires Ibrahim to be in his home from 7 p. m. to 8:30 a. m.

Prosecutors did not object to the modified conditions, provided Ibrahim provided he abides by the terms and they said that an indictment in in progress.

Parties are slated to reconvene April 4.