Motion to Dismiss Shooting Case For Lack of Evidence Denied

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A suspect in the non-fatal shooting of a teen was denied requests for release and case dismissal during a hearing before DC Superior Court Judge Maribeth Raffinan on Nov. 25. 

Anthony Goncalves, 51, is charged with assault with intent to kill while armed against a minor, aggravated assault knowingly while armed against a minor, two counts possession of a firearm during a crime of violence and unlawful possession of a firearm for his alleged involvement in the non-fatal shooting of a juvenile on the 3900 block of Minnesota Avenue NE, on Nov. 29, 2023. 

Goncalve submitted a motion to dismiss his charges on the basis that the prosecution has insufficient evidence connecting him to the incident. Judge Raffinan denied the request. 

Goncalves also submitted a motion requesting released, claiming, “the prosecution has failed to establish probable cause.” Judge Raffinan turned down the motion.

Parties are scheduled to reconvene on Feb. 4, 2025.