A defendant accused of stabbing his cousin’s then-boyfriend rejected a plea deal and scheduled a trial before DC Superior Court Judge Michael Ryan on Aug. 21.
Herbert Young, 43, is charged with assault with intent to kill while armed, aggravated assault knowingly while armed, and assault with a dangerous weapon, all against a senior citizen. In addition Young is charged with carrying a dangerous weapon outside a home or business. The charges stem from his alleged involvement in a stabbing on Feb. 4, 2023 on the 2500 block of N Street, SE. The victim sustained one wound to his neck, eight to his torso, and was in critical condition.
According to court records, the victim is Young’s cousin’s then-boyfriend.
At the hearing, Young’s attorney, Hannah Claudio, informed Judge Ryan that plea negotiations with the prosecution were unsuccessful. As a result, Claudio requested to set a trial date.
The prosecutor placed on the record that if Young pleaded guilty to unarmed assault with intent to kill, the prosecution would dismiss all greater and remaining charges in the case. The plea deal carried no restrictions on the sentence the parties could request.
After Judge Ryan confirmed with Young that he had enough time to discuss the offer with his attorneys, he found his rejection knowing and voluntary.
The parties scheduled Young’s trial for Jan. 18, 2028 and are scheduled to reconvene for a trial readiness hearing on Nov. 17, 2027.
