Hearing Addresses Defendant’s Medical Concerns

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During a status hearing, an assault defendant had his medical concerns addressed. 

Maurice Byars, 28, is charged with assault with intent to kill while armed with a firearm, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, aggravated assault knowingly while armed, carrying a pistol without a license, and possession of an unregistered firearm for an incident that occurred on April 7, 2019. Byars allegedly attempted to assault and kill a victim. 

During the hearing on April 24, the defense addressed medical concerns regarding the defendant, who has been quarantined since April 19, and had multiple visits from health officials in March and April. 

DC Superior Court Judge Danya Dayson scheduled a status hearing for June 18. 

Written by Wyatt Mullins