Judge Issues Bench Warrant for Absconding Defendant

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On March 20, DC Superior Court Judge Jennifer Di Toro issued a bench warrant with no bond for a non-fatal shooting defendant after failing to appear in court.

James Young, 55, was previously sentenced for attempted robbery and carrying a pistol without a license outside home or place of business charges, in connection to an armed robbery and shooting incident that occurred at a WAWA on the 1200 block of Wisconsin Avenue, NW, on Aug 30, 2022.

Young’s defense attorney, Joseph Fay, informed Judge Di Toro that Young was arrested in Kentucky, but is unaware if he is still detained.

The prosecution requested a bench warrant be issued, arguing that Young had violated his probation requirements, which prohibited him from committing other crimes.

Judge Di Toro agreed, and issued a bench warrant for Young.

Parties will reconvene when he’s returned to DC.

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