Judge Finds Probable Cause in Holding Teen Accused in High School Shooting

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DC Superior Court Judge Sherry M. Trafford found probable cause during a preliminary hearing on July 5 for a nonfatal shooting case that occurred at Woodson High School.

Jonathan Johnson, 19, is accused of allegedly shooting a fellow Woodson student on May 17. According to court documents, the incident occurred at the intersection of Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue and Division Avenue, NE, where, as Johnson drove by in a car, he allegedly fired at his victim, wounding the individual three times.

A Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) detective who investigated the attack testified that an eyewitness on the scene, who had known Johnson for several months, identified him as the shooter during an interview with officers.

Defense lawyer Edward Gain requested the defendant be released to home supervision, given his age and the harsh conditions of the DC Jail.

Judge Trafford denied the request, citing Johnson’s previous noncompliance with release terms and his alleged unauthorized use of a vehicle for which he’s also being charged.

A felony status conference is set for August 1.

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