A carjacking defendant pled guilty before DC Superior Court Judge Robert Salerno on July 28.
Markese Lewis, 31, was originally charged with unarmed carjacking for his involvement in the carjacking of an Uber driver on the unit block of Banner Place, NW, on May 31.
During the hearing, Lewis’ attorney, Patrick Nowak, informed the court that Lewis intended to accept a plea deal from the prosecution. Through the deal, Lewis pleaded guilty to assault with intent to commit robbery, in exchange for the prosecution not seeking an indictment.
Nowak argued for Lewis’ potential release, citing his involvement in the Georgetown Pivot Program, a career-development opportunity for people previously incarcerated. He also mentioned his friends and family in the community and his previous work as a concierge director.
Lewis remains detained, however.
Sentencing is slated for Oct. 17.
