Judge Delays Ruling on Sick Murder Defendant's Release

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A DC Superior Court judge delayed ruling on a murder defendant’s release because he is currently sick.

Samuel Davis, 61, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for allegedly strangling Mawuli Kocuvie on the 1700 block of Benning Road, NE. Kocuvie, 53, was killed on Oct. 28, 2017.

Judge Anita Josey-Herring heard arguments from both the defense and the prosecution on Davis’ release. However, since Davis’ presence was waived due to his medical condition, she opted to delay her ruling until he could be present to hear his fate.

Davis’ medical condition was not revealed on the court docket.

D.C. Witness previously reported that the defense and prosecution set a new status hearing, which is scheduled to occur on May 8. The reasons for the status hearing were not stated in open court.

Davis’ sentencing was never scheduled according DC Courts.

Davis’ case will be recalled on April 23.

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Judge Delays Ruling on Sick Murder Defendant’s Release