DC Superior Court Judge Jennifer Di Toro denied a motion to remove GPS monitoring from a stabbing defendant at a hearing on March 17.
Eduavdo Gonzalez, 46, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon for his alleged involvement in a stabbing that took place at the 5000 block of Yuma Court, NW on Feb. 7.
According to court documents, reportedly Gonzalez had a verbal argument with a relative. He allegedly became irritated and ran towards her, brandishing a machete. The victim sustained a laceration on her left hand.
Gonzalez’s attorney, Joseph Scrofano, asked Judge Di Toro to consider removing his client’s GPS monitoring device. He noted that Gonzalez has been compliant with his release conditions, is employed, and lives with his parents.
Scrofano explained when speaking to the victim, her only request was that Gonzalez receive mental health treatment and keep the stay away order in place.
The prosecution opposed the changel, arguing that Gonzalez’s actions during the incident weren’t just illegal but demonstrated his loss of self-control.
Judge Di Toro acknowledged that Gonzalez has no prior criminal record or outstanding warrants but agreed with the prosecution that the facts of the case were serious enough to warrant keeping GPS in place.
Parties are slated to reconvene on April 20.
