DC Superior Court Judge Neal Kravitz instructed defense counsel on April 11 to expedite medical assistance to an injured homicide defendant, and the judge said he would ask the department of corrections about the inmates’s status.
Andrew Ellis, 22, Marques Johnson, 42, are charged with first-degree premeditated murder while armed, assault with intent to kill while armed, two counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and unlawful possession of a firearm by a convict. Ellis is also charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and another count of possession of a firearm during crime of violence. The charges arise from their alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of Leo Colter, 56, on Oct. 1, 2023, on the 900 block of 15th Street NW.
During the hearing on April 11, Ellis’ defense attorney, Carrie Weletz, addressed concerns about Ellis’ medical condition. Weletz stated that Ellis broke his neck and was unable to function properly because of the injury.
The defense attorney said she attempted to get Ellis access to physical therapy, but she said her requests were often ignored.
Parties are scheduled to reconvene Oct. 17.
