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Elizabeth Bernstein
- October 7, 2024
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DC Superior Court Judge Errol Arthur accepted a motion to continue the sentencing of a shooting defendant to allow for further evaluation regarding his mental health during a hearing on Oct. 4.
On June 21, Jonathan Johnson, 20, pleaded guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon, carrying a pistol without a license outside a home or business, and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle for his involvement in a shooting that occurred on May 17, 2023 at Woodson High School at the 5300 block of Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue, NE. The incident caused a fellow Woodson student to suffer non-life threatening injuries.
Johnson’s attorney, Edward Gain, alerted the court that Johnson was recently approved to work with a social worker following mental health evaluations. While Johnson was found competent and is not disputing his competency, it was noted that further evaluation with a social worker was necessary to provide information relevant to sentencing.
The prosecution did not object to the defense’s request for continuance, and Judge Arthur granted the motion.
Parties are set to reconvene on Feb. 7.