Carjacking Defendant Pleads Guilty

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An armed carjacking defendant pleaded guilty in front of DC Superior Judge Robert Salerno on June 28.

Tykel Wilson, 22, pleaded guilty to carjacking and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence for the crime that occurred on April 29, 2023 on the 900 block of Allison Street, NW.

According to the plea agreement, carjacking carries a minimum incarnation term of seven years and a maximum of 21 years while the possession of a firearm during a crime of violence charge is a minimum of five years with a maximum of 15 years.

Multiple documents were filed in open court, including the information, waiver of indictment, plea offer, factual proffer, waiver of DNA testing, and the waiver of trial. 

The court accepted the guilty plea and ordered a pre-sentencing report under the Youth Rehabilitation Act (YRA).

Parties are set to convene on Sept. 27 Wilson’s for a full report and sentencing. 

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