A defense attorney requested the dismissal of a stabbing case before DC Superior Court Judge Michael Ryan on Jan. 30, as she claimed her client was recently detained by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Edin Matute Bautista, 30, is charged with assault with intent to kill while armed for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal stabbing on Aug. 28, 2025 at the 1400 block of Irving Street, NW. The victim and the defendant sustained injuries during the incident.
According to court documents, the victim claimed he was riding his bike when he saw Bautista crouched, hidden among parked vehicles. Bautista allegedly approached the victim with a large knife and stabbed him until the victim dismounted his bike and fought back
Bautista’s attorney, Hannah Claudio, requested the court dismiss his case, arguing that the circumstances surrounding his detention by ICE and potential deportation overrule the rationale for prosecution.
The prosecution opposed the request and argued to proceed against Bautista for the stabbing. She requested additional time to decide her approach.
Judge Ryan did not make a decision, but advised the parties to file written motions and responses.
The parties are slated to reconvene Feb. 27.
