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By
Allyson Nelles
, Ankush Dwivedi - February 4, 2025
Carjacking
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An armed carjacking defendant was denied bond by DC Superior Court Judge Andrea Hertzfeld on Feb. 3.
Tamika Burris, 35, is charged with armed carjacking for her alleged involvement in an incident on Feb. 17, 2024 on the 100 block of Kennedy Street, NW.
According to court documents, the victim and Burris got into a fight in the car after Burris allegedly attempted a carjacking and left a knife and her personal items behind after fleeing the scene.
Quiana Harris, Burriss’ attorney, advocated for Burriss’ release to tend to her two children who are in challenged living conditions and a complex custody situation.
Harris argued that Burriss has cooperated with detectives and complied with court expectations.
Burriss is “a perfect candidate for release,” argued Harris, adding “DC code allows for someone like this to be released.” Additionally, Harris stated she has access to mental health care if released.
The prosecution rebutted, arguing that there was no substantial change in circumstances that would warrant emergency release, and that probable cause was found that Burriss committed this crime.
Ultimately, Judge Hertzfeld denied the defense’s motion for bond, citing her three misdemeanors and prior violation of release. Burris and her attorney will go over a plea deal that was offered this past week –-details were not discussed.
Parties are slated to reconvene Feb. 20.