A defendant accused of a bus stop stabbing pleaded not guilty to all charges during his arraignment before DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt on Sept. 23.
John Scogins, 54, is charged with assault with intent to kill while armed and aggravated assault knowingly while armed. The counts are related to his alleged involvement in a stabbing that occurred on Dec. 9, 2024 at a bus stop on the 1700 block of Minnesota Avenue, NE. One individual was injured.
The grand jury indictment was formally read to Scogins in the arraignment. Defense attorney Alvin Thomas stood and affirmed that Scogins is pleading not guilty to both charges, and requested a trial date.
Meanwhile, Judge Brandt congratulated Scogins about the progress he’s made dealing with his substance use disorder.
“You’re doing well, and I’m proud of you,” Judge Brandt said. She continued, “[sometimes] you fall off the bike, and eventually you start riding again”.
Parties are scheduled to reconvene on Dec. 12.
