Judge Continues Probation but Revokes Youth Sentencing in Non-Fatal Shooting

By Carolyn Flammini - March 8, 2024
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On March 8, DC Superior Court Judge Michael Ryan discharged Ibrahim Camara’s show cause for probation and withdrew a previous Youth Rehabilitation Act sentence from 2022 based on the nature of the crime. 

Camara, 22, is charged with one charge of assault with a dangerous weapon and one charge of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal shooting on the 3000 block of Rhode Island Ave, SE on September 21, 2021.  

Prosecutors requested Camara be arrested and his probation be revoked due to the severity of the crime. In court the prosecution described the scene as a “gun battle,” leaving one injured. 

Damon Catacalos, Camara’s defense attorney, argued Camara has been compliant probation for this case and an additional case in Prince George’s County, Maryland, for which he pleaded guilty to one count of intent to sell and distribute marijuana. 

Camara’s sentence for the charges in Maryland is unknown, but his sentence was approved under the Youth Rehabilitation Act (YRA). The YRA provides sentencing alternatives and the possibility of having criminal records virtually sealed.

Catacalos asked Judge Ryan to not revoke Camara’s probation, and allow him to remain under the YRA. Catacalos pointed out Camara’s ability to hold a steady job and his desire to improve his life stating, “the road to maturity, growth, and wisdom is not always a straight line.”  

The hearing ended with Camara pleading with the court, stating, “I do own up for my mistakes”. 

Judge Ryan did not revoke Camara’s probation, however, he did cancel the Youth Act sentence agreeing with the prosecutor about the severity of the charges. 

Camara’s probation is now set to end in June of 2024.