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By
Keirah Chen
- April 9, 2025
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DC Superior Court Judge Jason Park sentenced a stabbing defendant to 10 years in jail and three years of supervised release on April 4.
On Jan. 27, Aron Williams, 33, pleaded guilty to assault with intent to kill for his involvement in a domestic violence stabbing that occurred on Feb. 24, 2024, on the 300 block of 37th Street, SE. The victim, Williams’ romantic partner, suffered life-threatening injuries from 10 stab wounds to her mouth, arms, and legs.
At the sentencing hearing, the victim’s child gave a statement, telling the court he panicked when he found his mother on the ground, calling 911. He noted he “used to think [Williams] could be someone [he] could trust.”
According to the prosecution, Williams stabbed the victim over and over again as she begged him to stop. She pleaded for her life, asking him to call 911 and saying she would not tell authorities he was the one who hurt her, according to prosecutors.
The victim had also filed several civil protection orders, and the prosecution pointed out that indicates she was always fearful of Williams. The prosecution asked that Williams get the maximum sentence of 10 years in jail and three years of supervised release.
Williams’ lawyer, Hannah Claudio, asked that Williams get 72 months in jail along with three years of supervised release, asserting that he was under the influence of multiple hard drugs the night of the incident, which drastically changed his personality.
Williams stated he “takes full responsibility” and has sought help, while abandoning drugs.
Judge Park sentenced Williams to 120 months of incarceration and three years of supervised release. He also issued a stay away and no contact order from the victim and her children. Judge Park said he appreciated that Williams sought help for drug us but justice was required for this “extraordinarily serious offense.”
No further dates have been set for this case.