Judge Order Full Mental Evaluation for Shooting Defendant

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DC Superior Court Judge Judith Pipe ordered a full mental competency evaluation for a shooting and carjacking defendant on Feb. 21.

Anardo Little, 18, is charged with armed carjacking and aggravated assault knowingly while armed for his alleged involvement in a shooting and carjacking that occurred on Oct. 14, 2024 on the 1200 block of H street, NE One individual suffered injuries during the incident.

During the hearing, Susan Ellis, Little’s attorney, requested Judge Pipe order a full mental competency exam for Little following conversations with a psychiatrist.

There were no objections from prosecutors and Judge Pipe agreed with the request.

Parties are slated to reconvene on March 14.