Defendant Receives 60 Day Sentence for Strip Club Stabbing Incident

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DC Superior Court Judge Robert Salerno sentenced a defendant involved in a stabbing incident at an adult entertainment venue to 60 days of incarceration during an Aug. 27 hearing.

Abraham Urrutia Castillo, 29, was found guilty of simple assault for his involvement in a stabbing incident on Nov. 23, 2023, at the club featuring strippers on the 2300 block of Wisconsin Avenue, NW. A bouncer was hospitalized after sustaining injuries.

Court documents revealed that Urrutia Castillo allegedly stabbed the victim, who worked as a bouncer, following an altercation over the defendant’s behavior toward a waitress. Prosecutors argued that Urrutia Castillo acted aggressively, grabbing the waitress’ arm, which led to his removal from the premises.

During the sentencing, the prosecution highlighted the severity of the attack and requested a period of supervised release to ensure community safety. Urrutia Castillo’s defense attorney, Damon Catacalos, argued that his client acted in self-defense and lacked prior convictions. Catacalos emphasized Urrutia Castillo’s commitment to making positive changes.

Judge Salerno sentenced Urrutia Castillo to 60 days in confinement, followed by nine months of supervised probation, with conditions to avoid further altercations. Urrutia Castillo was also ordered to pay $100 to the Victims of Violent Crime Victims Fund and to stay away from the club where the incident occurred.

No additional court dates were scheduled.