DC Superior Court Judge Robert Hildum rescheduled a shooting defendant’s hearing after he missed court due to illness on Nov. 5.
Marcus Tate, 31, is charged with aggravated assault, knowingly while armed, and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence for his alleged involvement in a shooting that injured one individual on the 2300 Block of Pennsylvania Avenue, SE on July 7. The victim sustained a gunshot wound to the right hand and right bicep area.
Tate did not appear in court during the hearing, with U.S Marshals confirming that he was ill.
The defense attorney, Albert Amissah, requested that a new date be scheduled before the calendar judge, Judge Pipe.
Amissah also informed the court that discussions are ongoing with the prosecution regarding a potential plea offer, though no details were disclosed.
Parties are slated to reconvene on Dec. 12.
