A non-fatal shooting defendant pleaded not guilty at an arraignment before DC Superior Court Judge Errol Arthur on Jan. 30.
Christopher Warren, 42, is charged with assault with intent to kill while armed, aggravated assault knowingly while armed, assault with a dangerous weapon, three counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, possession of a prohibited weapon, possession of an unregistered firearm, unlawful possession of ammunition, and two counts of destruction of property for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal shooting on Aug. 20, 2024, on the 1800 block of Q Street, SE.
According to court documents, the victim was delivering a DoorDash order when Warren allegedly shot him from another vehicle. The victim sustained a gunshot wound to his arm and received medical treatment.
During the hearing, Warren’s attorney Emma Mlyniec entered a not guilty plea on Warren’s behalf to all charges. Mlyniec also raised concerns that she would not be ready for a jury trial that is scheduled for Feb. 17 because the defense had not received results from DNA testing and could not adequately prepare without the evidence.
Judge Arthur echoed Mlyniec’s concerns about whether the DNA evidence would be available in time for trial and noted that the pending results could affect the timing of proceedings.
Mlyniec also motioned for Warren’s release, arguing the defendant was compliant throughout pre-trial proceedings. Judge Arthur denied this motion, citing the impending trial date.
Parties are scheduled to reconvene for a trial readiness hearing on Feb. 6.
