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By
James Watson
- June 10, 2025
Carjacking
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In a ruling by DC Superior Court Judge Carmen McLean, Rashid Woods was denied release during a June 6 status hearing.
Woods, is charged with conspiracy, armed carjacking while armed and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence for his alleged involvement in an incident that occurred on the 2100 block of Mississipi Avenue, SE. According to court documents, he was taken into custody on May 20 under a bench warrant. He is being tried alongside co-defendants Travis Morris, 32 and James Matheny, 31.
He has since requested a jury trial, however a trial date has not yet been set.
Defense attorney Omar Bissiso requested Wood’s release on the grounds that he did not represent a danger to the community and would obey court conditions; however Woods’ bond was denied.
Judge McLean said the defense had failed to satisfy the conditions for his release that would keep rthe community safe.
Co-defendants in the incident James Matheny and Travis Morris were also present in the hearing. Matheny’s attorney, Albert Amissah was not present at court pending trial. Morris is held without bond, with his arraignment scheduled for July 17.
The next status hearing for all three men is set for July 16 for pre-trial motions and to set a trial date for Woods.