A homicide defendant in failing health asked for a bond review to reconsider his current detention in a hearing before DC Superior Court Judge Michael Ryan on Oct. 8.
Byron Sneed, 40, has been charged with first-degree murder while armed for his alleged involvement in the shooting death of Raymond Washington, 18, that took place on the 700 block of Marietta Place, NW on June 30, 2024.
Sneed appeared before the court wearing a medical mask and carrying a satchel over his shoulder that his attorney, Destiny Fullwood-Singh, called a kind of “catheter”. He was visibly tired and responded quietly to questions from Judge Ryan.
Sneed had previously rejected a plea deal which was not discussed in open court.
Fullwood-Singh requested a change in release conditions in light of Sneed’s health problems, which they stated have gotten worse as the case moves toward trial.
The prosecution stated that they will need time to review the medical records provided by Howard University Medical Center to determine their position on the matter.
Court is set to reconvene on Oct. 22.
