Judge Sets Trial Date for Shooting Case

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DC Superior Court Judge Lynn Leibovitz set a trial date in a shooting case on July 8 after the prosecution announced that they would not be extending a plea offer, despite requests from the defense.

Dayquan Henderson, 22, is charged with two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon and two counts of possession of firearm during crime of violence for his alleged involvement in a shooting that occurred on May 11 on the 300 block of Anacostia Road, SE. No injuries were reported.

According to court documents, an individual identified as Henderson, who was inside of a residence, was arguing with two individuals who were outside. During the argument, Henderson allegedly shot at the victims without striking them. The victims fled the scene.

At the Monday hearing,Judge Leibovitz scheduled the trial to start Nov. 13 and ordered a competency screening for Henderson.

Parties are slated to return July 12.