Co-defendants Arraigned on Separate Charges In a Shooting Case

By Izabella Apodaca [former] - November 6, 2023
Daily Stories | Shooting | Suspects |

On Nov. 6, two co-defendants were arraigned before DC Superior Court Judge Errol Arthur. 

Shatia Penn, 25, is charged with two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and destruction of property, for her alleged involvement in a shooting that occurred on Feb. 2, on the unit block of M Street, NE. 

Desmond Barr, 22, is charged with assault and unlawful possession of ammunition for his alleged involvement in the same incident. The shooting left no individuals suffering from injuries. 

According to court documents, Penn and Barr are alleged to have approached two victims sitting in a vehicle. An argument ensued and Penn is alleged to have asked one victim to exit the vehicle so they could fight. In response, the other victim began to drive away and Penn is alleged to have shot at the vehicle.

Penn and Barr pleaded not guilty to all charges and asserted their constitutional rights, emphasizing a speedy trial. 

Penn and Barr are currently on release under the high intensity supervision program. 

Penn’s defense attorney, Martin Rosendorf, and Barr’s defense attorney, Lola Ziadie, requested their clients’ continued release.

The prosecution requested that Penn and Barr agree to protective orders against the victims, which both parties consented to. 

Pretrial services (PSA) reported that Penn and Barr are both in compliance with their release conditions. 

A trial date is set for April 22, 2024.