A shooting defendant waived the preliminary hearing rights before DC Superior Court Judith Pipe on Oct. 21.
Thurman Williams, 55, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and unlawful possession of a firearm by a convict, for his alleged involvement in a shooting on the 1100 block of First Street, NW, on Oct. 17, 2025. No injuries were reported.
According to court documents, Williams allegedly was walking with the victim, when he reached into his coat, pulled out a handgun, and shot one bullet towards the victim.
The victim fled the incident. Williams was arrested shortly after, with a handgun is claimed to match the ammunition found at the scene in his possession.
During the hearing, Williams’ attorney, Camille Wagner, alerted Judge Pipe that Williams would be waiving his right to a preliminary hearing.
The parties are slated to reconvene on Nov. 3.
