DC Superior Court Judge Judith Pipe ordered a carjacking defendant to continue outpatient mental health treatment on Oct. 30, following his failure to participate multiple times.
Donnell Hannah, 27, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and carjacking for his alleged involvement in a shooting and carjacking on July 22, 2022 on the 800 block of Chesapeake Street, SE. No injuries were reported.
Judge Pipe stated she received a report from the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) that Hannah has not completed his mental health evaluation and missed 14 competency sessions.
Russell Hairston, Hannah’s attorney, asked to discuss the matter under seal with the prosecution and Judge Pipe.
After their conversation, Judge Pipe ordered Hannah to report to DBH for all scheduled mental health treatment sessions.
Hairston mentioned that Hannah wanted his treatment schedule to align with his work schedule. Judge Pipe stated that DBH can try to accommodate, however, Hannah is required to prioritize his treatment.
The parties are slated to reconvene on Dec. 15.
