DC Superior Court Judge Jason Park informed parties on April 10 that a homicide defendant was arrested in Georgia for a new assault case.
Dijon Williams, 26, is charged with conspiracy, first-degree murder while armed with aggravating circumstances, two counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, carrying a pistol without a license, and attempt to commit robbery while armed in connection to his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 30-year-old Nurudeen Thomas at the 4100 block of 14th Street, NW on July 21, 2020.
Judge Park alerted the parties that Williams was reportedly arrested in Georgia on April 8 for an aggravated assault charge. Further details about the incident weren’t available.
David Knight, Williams’ attorney, stated he knew Williams was arrested but he has not been able to speak with his lawyer in Georgia nor has there been a preliminary hearing.
The prosecution suggested Judge Park issue a bench warrant. Knight argued the bench warrant would be premature and urged the judge to wait.
Judge Park said there was an “overwhelming likelihood” he will issue a bench warrant but he wants more information on Williams’ detention. According to Judge Park, this is not the first time a situation like this has occurred with Williams.
“There is a very long life cycle of these kinds of events in this case,” Judge Park said. According to court records, Williams was arrested in a separate 2022 case in Georgia.
The parties are slated to reconvene on April 15.
