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By
Patrick Hillmeyer
, Raina Bonifacio - February 21, 2025
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A homicide defendant’s request for release was denied by DC Superior Court Judge Michael Ryan on Feb 20.
Terrance Stoney, 31, is charged with second-degree murder while armed, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and unlawful possession of a firearm with a prior conviction for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of Donte Tiller, 43. The shooting occurred at the intersection of Naylor Road and Southern Avenue, SE, on March 17, 2023.
On Feb. 19, the jury, which had been deliberating for a week, alerted Judge Ryan they were unable to reach a unanimous verdict, and Judge Ryan granted a mistrial. A new trial date was set for Sept. 22, 2026.
During the hearing, Nikki Lotze, Stoney’s attorney, requested for Stoney to be released, citing that conditions have changed since the last bond hearing. She stated his family his family had been present in court everyday and they behaved respectfully suggesting that Stoney had a stable home life.
Judge Ryan denied the motion, citing trial testimony indicating Stoney’s dangerous behavior.
Parties are slated to reconvene Oct. 17.