A cold case defendant who allegedly raped and fatally stabbed a woman in 1999 was arraigned and indicted before DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt in a hearing on April 9.
George Mudd, 71, is charged with first-degree felony murder and first-degree premeditated murder. Both charges are classified as especially heinous, atrocious, or cruel while committing or attempting to commit a robbery since thestabbing was committed while committing rape or a sexual offense.
These charges stem from his alleged involvement in the rape and fatal stabbing of 24-year-old Susan Cvengros on May 21, 1999 on the 400 block of F Street, NE.
According to court documents, Mudd allegedly entered Cvengros’ apartment, raped and stabbed her 13 times in the neck and torso. His DNA was allegedly found on her vagina and nightgown.
The court arraigned Mudd on the two charges. Terrence Austin, Mudd’s attorney, asserted that he would be entering a plea of not guilty and emphasized Mudd’s right to a speedy trial.
Parties are slated to reconvene on April 29.
