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By
John Battistelli
- March 11, 2025
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A stabbing defendant was denied release by DC Superior Court Judge Robert Hildum on March 10 after finding probable cause.
Antoinette Anderson, 41, is charged with aggravated assault knowingly while armed for her alleged involvement in a stabbing on Jan. 22 on the 400 block of Rhode Island Avenue, NE. One victim was left with injuries to her left shoulder and left arm, including three damaged nerves that caused the loss of sensation in her left hand.
A detective from the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) testified Anderson had been identified as the suspect through surveillance of the incident and through body-worn camera footage of an incident later that day allegedly involving Anderson. The victim identified Anderson as having attacked her and later placing a false 911 call against the victim.
Anderson’s attorney, Morgan Leigh, questioned why the victim had once changed the identity of the person who she claimed attacked her, stating it was an “Annette Wilson.” The detective replied that it was due to the victim’s fear of retaliation and reluctance to take part in a court case against Anderson.
Judge Hildum ruled the prosecution had met the burden of proof for probable cause.
Leigh requested release on behalf of Anderson, highlighting her need for drug treatment. She also noted that this was the first time Anderson had been charged with a violent crime.
Judge Hildum determined that the evidence, randomness of the attack, and the later false 911 call showed that there could be no release conditions to ensure the community’s safety.
Parties are slated to reconvene on March 31.