Murder Defendant Denied Release

By Justine Stuber [former] - October 12, 2023
Court | Daily Stories | Homicides | Shooting |

On Oct. 12, DC Superior Court Judge Marisa Demeo denied a homicide defendant’s request for release.

Terrance Stoney, 30, is being charged with second-degree murder for his alleged involvement in the shooting death of Donte Tiller, 43. The incident took place on March 17 at the intersection of Naylor Road and Southern Avenue, SE. 

Stoney’s attorney, Nikki Lotze, argued that because of his strong community support, compliance with release in an unrelated case, and dedication to his children, he should be released as he is not a danger to the community. 

Prosecution argued that due to the violent nature of the crime, it would be a danger to the community to allow him to be released. 

“He’s a complex person who does dangerous things in the community,” said Judge Marisa Demeo. 

Stoney was denied release by Judge Demeo, who cited his severe criminal record and the severeness of the crime as the reasons. 

A status hearing is scheduled for Dec. 11.