Prosecution Finalizes Plea Deal for Suspect Charged with Misdemeanors

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On June 15, a DC Superior Court judge scheduled another hearing for a defendant who was arrested for assault..

Police arrested Ariel Amaya won April 14 for allegedly breaking into a store and assaulting the manager. He also allegedly carried an open container of alcohol.

Amaya expressed interest on May 20 in taking a global plea deal that is being offered by the prosecution. A prosecutor said more time is needed to get paperwork together and collect victim statements before  finalizing a plea agreement. 

Amaya’s next hearing is scheduled for June 22.