A stabbing defendant requested more time to review a plea offer before DC Superior Court Judge Jennifer Di Toro during a hearing on June 25.
Hashim Bright, 46, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon for his alleged involvement in a stabbing on the 1350 block of New York Avenue NE on May 25. The victim suffered two stab wounds to his left abdomen and right lower back and has undergone surgery for his injuries.
Bright’s attorney, Daniel Dorsey, mentioned that Bright anticipates accepting a plea offer extended by prosecutors. The deal would require Bright to plead guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon, with a sentence range of six-to-20 months of incarceration. Through the deal, the prosecution would agree to not seek an indictment.
Dorsey also requested for Bright to be released pending further procedures. The prosecution objected to the request, citing the nature and circumstances of the offense.
Judge Di Toro denied Bright’s release.
Parties are slated to reconvene on July 14.
