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By
Brigette Bagley
- March 25, 2025
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DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt ordered a non-fatal stabbing defendant to attend outpatient treatment after he left his hearing on March 21.
John Scogins, 53, is charged with aggravated assault while armed and assault with intent to kill while armed for his alleged involvement in a stabbing that injured one individual on Dec. 9, 2024, at a bus stop on the 1700 block of Minnesota Avenue, NE.
A representative of the Pretrial Services Agency (PSA) stated that Scogins has complied with all the terms of his release but recommended he undergo an “on-site drug treatment plan” after testing positive on three different days for “illicit drugs.”
Scogins addressed Judge Brandt, saying he has not partaken in any narcotics or alcohol since completing his first round of treatment back in January. He said he believes the positive results are from laced cigarettes or skin-to-skin contact, which can happen with phencyclidine (PCP).
Scogins’ attorney, Alvin Thomas, said his client would be happy to spot-test today and discuss any next steps after the results were released. Judge Brandt agreed, and the hearing was recalled an hour later.
The test results were negative, and Judge Brandt ordered Scogins to begin the outpatient treatment plan that his PSA officer recommended directly after his hearing.
Parties are slated to reconvene on May 5.