A non-fatal shooting defendant was issued a bench warrant after failing to show up for a status hearing on July 9 before DC Superior Court Judge Errol Arthur.
Donte Casson, 29, is charged with unlawful possession of a firearm with a prior conviction, carrying a pistol without a license outside home or business, possession of an unregistered firearm, possession of a prohibited weapon, and unlawful possession of ammunition. The charges stem from his alleged involvement in a shooting that took place at the 1800 block of Good Hope Road SE on March 12, 2023.
Casson is currently serving time in another jurisdiction and failed to appear for his status hearing.
In March, Casson filed a motion for habeas corpus, which challenges the legality of his imprisonment. The prosecution opposed this, and it was eventually rejected by the court.
This is also Casson’s fourth bench warrant and fourth time he has failed to appear in court. Judge Arthur issued the no bond bench warrant to ensure Casson will brought to court for his next hearing and they can continue matters related to this case.
No further dates were set.
