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By
Marissa Stambaugh
, Elizabeth Brady - October 30, 2024
Carjacking
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DC Superior Court Judge Errol Arthur denied two codefendants’ requests for release on Oct. 30 as the judge believes they continue to pose a threat to the community.
Rodre Holloway, 26, and Shani Burriss, 24, are charged with two counts of unarmed carjacking for their alleged involvement in two separate carjacking incidents. The first occurred on Aug. 18, 2024, on the 1400 block of Morse Street, SE and the second occurred on Aug. 25, 2024, on the intersection of Georgia Avenue and Piney Branch Road, NW.
Defense attorney Elizabeth White requested for the release of Burriss on the basis that he does not have a significant criminal history, he has strong family support, and a young child at home that he needs to care for.
Defense attorney Derrick Page also requested release for Holloway, arguing that he does not have a significant criminal history as well and if he were to be released on home confinement and GPS monitoring the community can still remain safe.
The prosecution objected to the request, arguing that the defendants both have multiple carjacking offenses. According to the prosecution, Holloway allegedly committed one with multiple outstanding warrants for theft. The prosecution believes that both defendants still pose a threat to the community and should not be released.
Judge Arthur denied release for both codefendants. He denied Holloway’s request due to the number of pending cases he has and the fact that one incident took place when Holloway had an outstanding warrant.
He denied Burriss’ request based on the nature of his charges and an outstanding weapons offense against Burriss in Arlington County. These instances lead Judge Arthur to keep the pair in custody.
The defense requested a few weeks to discuss a possible plea deal. The prosecution vowed to not indict the defendants during the discussion.
Parties are set to reconvene on Nov. 19.