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By
Emily Nordberg
- March 11, 2025
Daily Stories
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Non-Fatal Shooting
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Suspects
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A status hearing was held in front of DC Superior Court Judge Jason Park on March 7 to discuss pre-trial release conditions for two non-fatal shooting co-defendants.
Jonah Harris, 47, and Gerald Jones-Hall, 24, are charged with conspiracy to commit robbery, robbery while armed, conspiracy to commit robbery while armed, two counts of assault with intent to kill while armed, two counts of assault with intent to commit robbery while armed, aggravated assault knowingly while armed, seven counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, carrying a pistol without a license outside a home or business, and unlawful possession of a firearm with a prior conviction, for their alleged involvement in the shooting and attempted robbery of two victims at the 1300 block of Good Hope Road, SE, on July 10, 2023. Both victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
All parties confirmed availability for a trial date in late September 2026.
Harris’ defense attorney, Christen Philips, requested a modification to his nighttime curfew, arguing it interfered with potential employment opportunities. The judge agreed to allow exceptions for verified employment, but ruled that Harris must remain on GPS monitoring.
Jones-Hall’s defense attorney, Janai Reed, sought termination of his GPS monitoring and curfew, also citing conflicts with possible employment, but mentioned her confusion over a bond change motion issued prior to the hearing.
Reed argued that Jones-Hall’s curfew required him to leave work early, creating compliance issues. A March 5 report noted minor non-compliance, but the court acknowledged that the violations were tied to employment conflicts and had already been addressed internally with the Pretrial Services Agency (PSA).
Judge Ryan ruled that Jones-Hall’s curfew would be extended to 10 p. m., bringing it in line with standard conditions, but denied the removal of GPS monitoring. The court stated that verified employment with PSA could allow for the same curfew flexibility granted to Harris.
Parties are slated to reconvene July 11.