During a felony status conference, a DC Superior Court judge gave defense counsel additional time to review materials related to a murder defendant’s case.
Roger Hamilton is charged with second-degree murder, driving under the influence and assault with the intent to kill while armed for allegedly hitting Vincent Childs with his car on the 3200 block of Wheeler Road, SE in March.
According to court documents, Hamilton, 37, was under the influence of alcohol when his car jumped a curb and hit Childs, 42. Apparently, he tried to flee the scene but was stopped by a witness.
On Oct. 4, the defense motioned to appoint attorney Joseph Scrofano to represent Hamilton. Scrofano asked for further time to review materials related to the case. The specific items Scrofano needed to review were not disclosed.
Judge Danya Dayson granted the extension.
Another felony status conference is scheduled on Dec. 10.
