DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt agreed to release a stabbing defendant on March 28 after revoking his release in September, 2024.
Dennis Bowler, 56, is charged with assault with intent to kill while armed for his alleged involvement in a stabbing incident on May 24, 2024, on the 3000 block of Rodman Street, NW. One individual sustained injuries during the incident.
During the hearing, Judge Brandt reversed her decision made on Sept. 6, 2024 when she revoked Bowler’s release. Originally, she issued a bench warrant after Bowler failed to appear in court and was accused by the Pretrial Services Agency (PSA) of tampering with his GPS monitor.
However, during this hearing, Judge Brandt ordered Bowler’s release on GPS, stating he must report to PSA, and issued a stay away order from the victim. Judge Brandt made this decision after speaking to both parties under seal.
Parties are slated to reconvene on April 30.
