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- October 22, 2020
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Counsel informed a DC Superior Court judge that were not prepared to go forward with a preliminary hearing that was scheduled for Oct. 22.
Bernard Woods, 59, is charged with burglary in connection to three separate instances. The preliminary hearing would have assessed if his case has enough evidence to go to trial.
Woods’ defense attorney, Chidi Ogolo, said the prosecution has extended a plea offer. He also said he has not had the opportunity to speak with his client about it since Woods was placed in quarantine at the DC Jail.
On May 19, Woods allegedly entered an individual’s shed with the intent to steal property. On May 29, Woods is also accused of entering a restaurant in Dupont Circle with the intent to steal property. Lastly, on Aug. 3, Woods allegedly entered a grocery store in Kalorama Heights with the intent to steal property.
The judge scheduled Woods’ next hearing for Nov. 4.
This article was written by Yasmeen McGettrick