A carjacking defendant’s defense attorney asked DC Superior Court Judge Judith Pipe on Sept. 26 to delay proceedings, so his client could continue mental health treatment.
Donnell Hannah, 26, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and unarmed carjacking for his alleged involvement in an incident on July 21, 2024 on the 800 block of Southern Avenue, SE. Hannah and another individual allegedly fired gunshots before stealing a victim’s car.
“He is in restoration, so we’re doing continued restoration,” Judge Pipe said in agreement with Hannah’s defense attorney, Russell Hairston.
Hannah is receiving competency restoration treatment because Judge Pipe previously determined he was unable to understand his charges or provide aid in his own defense.
The prosecution did not object and the case was continued.
Parties are slated to reconvene Oct. 30.
