A defendant accused of stabbing a corrections officer refused to appear in court before DC Superior Court Judge Michael Ryan on Sept. 15, potentially causing delays in his case.
Ovid Gabriel, 20, is charged with assault with intent to kill while armed and assault on a police officer for his alleged involvement in the stabbing of an officer at the DC Jail on the 1900 block of D Street, SE on Aug. 3. One individual was injured during the incident.
During the hearing, Judge Ryan alerted the court that Gabriel refused to appear and was still at the DC Jail. Gabriel’s attorney, Raymond Jones, stated that he would talk with the defendant about the importance of showing up for court.
His case could be impacted if he continues to refuse to attend court, as Jones alerted the court the parties are in plea negotiations.
Parties are slated to reconvene Sept. 18.
