A defendant accused of a fatal pedestrian crash pleaded not guilty at an arraignment before DC Superior Court Judge Todd Edelman on March 24.
Kyree Young, 18, is charged with conspiracy, first-degree felony murder, two counts of assault with significant bodily injury, three counts of robbery, first-degree theft, and fleeing a law enforcement officer for his alleged involvement in a hit-and-run that killed Donnel Phillips, 55, on May 7, 2025 at the intersection of 12th and U Streets, NW.
Young is charged under Title 16, which allows juveniles to be tried as adults for certain serious offenses.
According to court documents, Young allegedly stole a white Hyundai Santa Fe and robbed two individuals, both of whom sustained injuries during the incident. He then allegedly struck Phillips with the vehicle, who was standing at a marked crosswalk and later died from his injuries.
During the arraignment, Young’s attorney, Kevin O’Sullivan entered a plea of not guilty on his behalf, asserted his right to a speedy trial, and requested evidence favorable to the defense from the prosecution.
Parties are slated to reconvene on May 22.
