DC Superior Court Judge Judith Pipe deemed a defendant who allegedly stabbed an individual in a McDonald’s competent to stand trial on June 23.
James Allen, 31, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and misdemeanor possession of a controlled substance for his alleged involvement in stabbing an individual inside a McDonald’s on the unit block of Massachusetts Avenue NE, on Dec. 28, 2024. The victim sustained a severe stab wound to her upper right arm.
According to court documents, Allen allegedly stabbed the victim while under the influence of amphetamines, then disposed of the knife in a nearby trash can, and fled the scene.
Judge Pipe previously ordered a full competency exam and mental observation hearing for Allen, and Allen was found competent to stand trial.
Allen’s attorney, Charles Allen, and the prosecution did not object to the competency finding.
Parties are slated to reconvene on June 30.
