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Defendant Pleads Guilty in Non-Fatal Shooting and Armed Carjacking

On Oct. 25, DC Superior Court Judge Jason Park accepted a non-fatal shooting defendant’s guilty plea.

Antwann Carter, 25, was originally charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and armed carjacking for his involvement in an incident on the 2700 block of 22nd Street, NE, on July 21, 2019.

According to Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) documents, Carter attempted to force his way into multiple vehicles, assaulting and shooting victims who confronted him. Two individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries. These offenses occurred while Carter was on release for another case.

Carter agreed to the accusations and voluntarily pled guilty to possession of a firearm during a crime of violence and carjacking. Under oath, he waived his right to trial and to request independent DNA testing of evidence. 

The prosecution agreed to waive factors that could lead to a harsher sentence, dismiss another case Carter was involved in, and limit sentencing to five years for possession of a firearm during a crime of violence and seven years for carjacking. Judge Park suggested the terms will run concurrently, followed by three years of supervised release.

During the hearing, prosecution also discussed the evidence they would have presented had the case gone to trial. They claimed that on July 21, 2019, witnesses saw Carter attempting to break into vehicles outside of a church. Carter allegedly went on to order, then drag, a victim out of their car, shooting another victim in the leg who had stepped in to confront him.

Sentencing in this case is scheduled for Jan. 19, 2024.

Attorney Argues Defendant Was ‘Bullied’ in Preliminary Hearing Held for 2023 Homicide Case 

On Oct. 24, evidence in a preliminary hearing for a 2023 homicide defendant was presented to DC Superior Court Judge Maribeth Raffinan

Franklin Dorn, 43, is charged with first-degree murder while armed for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 28-year-old Antonio Brown. The incident, in which the defendant said he’d been bullied, occurred on Aug. 6 on the 1200 block of North Capitol Street.

The prosecution called a Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) detective who stated he discovered a cartridge casing and a 9mm magazine at the scene. 

Prosecutors then displayed surveillance footage of two men allegedly getting into a physical altercation. In the video, Dorn points a gun at an unidentified man, hitting him with it multiple times as he falls to the ground. Brown is pictured standing in close proximity to both men and eventually falls backwards as Dorn, his girlfriend, and the unidentified man flee in “a manner consistent with people running from gunfire.” 

According to court documents, Brown died from one gunshot wound to the torso.

The detective made an in-court identification of Dorn as one of the men involved in the altercation. 

Although the cause of the altercation is unknown since there was no audio on the footage, the detective testified Dorn’s girlfriend had been inappropriately grabbed by the unidentified man. 

During cross examination by defense attorney Kevin McCants, the detective testified Dorn spoke of the other man acting like a “bully” toward him. 

In his interview with the MPD, Dorn alleged that there was no magazine in the gun at the time of the shooting. McCants argued the detective couldn’t say whether Dorn took the magazine out of the gun. 

In response the prosecution rebutted Dorn’s version as “self-serving” and not believable. “The fact that somebody is a bully does not give someone the right to shoot someone,” said the prosecutor.  

The prosecution also highlighted Dorn’s knowledge that the other man had a gun on him, arguing someone wouldn’t brandish an unloaded weapon at someone in possession of a loaded gun. 

Referencing the video, the prosecution alleged you can see an object that appears to be a magazine falling from the gun. This would contradict Dorn’s allegation of the magazine falling from his pocket. 

On Nov. 2, parties are expected to reconvene to hear Judge Raffinan’s ruling on if there is probable cause.  

Case Acquitted: In Opening Statement, Defense Argues There is Little Evidence in a Homicide Trial

This case was acquitted on Nov. 15, 2023.

On Oct. 24, DC Superior Court Judge Anthony Epstein and the jury listened to opening statements from the prosecution and the defense in a homicide trial. 

Michael Austin, 28, is charged with first-degree murder while armed, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and unlawful possession of a firearm by a convict, for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 26-year-old Kayvon Kinney on the 1800 block of Gainesville Street, SE, on May 24, 2020. 

During the prosecution’s opening statements they said Austin was seen by multiple eyewitnesses, “running away because he killed Kayvon Kinney” and described to jurors Austin’s alleged movements with a map featuring an overhead view of the crime scene.

Austin’s defense attorney, Leo Alley, responded saying “Austin did not shoot Kayvon Kinney” and that this is “a case with a lack of evidence”. Alley also argued the eyewitness descriptions did not match what Austin was wearing at the time and that the police failed to follow up with eyewitnesses until months later.

Prosecutors called a detective who recounted that she was the first to check Kinney to see if he had a pulse and she preserved the shell-casings found at the scene. In cross-examination, the defense asked the detective if she had talked to any witnesses besides Kinney’s girlfriend, but acknowledged she had not.

Prosecutors then called Kinney’s girlfriend who testified that Kinney and Austin got into a dispute and Austin asked her and others at the scene to go inside. The girlfriend claimed she never saw Kinney or Austin with a firearm at any point. 

Due to time constraints,  Kinney’s girlfriend was unable to finish her testimony.

The trial will continue Oct. 25.

Pre-Trial Motions Still Pending One Day Before Homicide Case Jury Selection

On Oct. 25, DC Superior Court Judge Marisa Demeo addressed several motions submitted by defense counsel in a co-defendant homicide case but did not make any definitive rulings. 

Delonta Stevenson, 28, and co-defendant Vorreze Thomas, 25, are both charged with first-degree murder while armed, conspiracy, two counts of assault with intent to kill while armed, and three counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence for their alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 32-year-old Terrance Allen on the 3000 block of Stanton Road, SE on Jan. 18, 2021.

Stevenson is also charged with two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm committed during release with a prior conviction, and Thomas is also charged with carrying a rifle or shotgun outside a home or place of business and unlawful possession of a firearm committed during release with a prior crime of violence. 

Brianca Phillips, 26, was previously a co-defendant, but her case was severed from both Thomas and Stevenson’s cases in May. Phillips was charged with conspiracy in connection to this case. 

According to court documents, Allen and two other individuals were in a car when they were hit with gunfire in an apartment building parking lot. Allen was struck multiple times in the head, shoulders, back, and torso area. The additional passengers sustained non-life-threatening injuries. 

Judge Demeo heard arguments from the defense and prosecutors on defense motions to preclude the prosecution from opening with what the defense sees as unapproved hearsay statements, inflammatory statements, or exhibits, and to preclude the government from introducing evidence of Stevenson’s alleged nickname and to compel discovery of so-called Brady evidence favorable to the accused.

Stevenson’s defense counsel, Elizabeth Weller, argued that the prosecution should be required to turn over the PowerPoint to be shown during opening statements so defense lawyers could review the exhibits, but the prosecution said, “We object to pre-showing our hands.” The prosecution felt it was an “unfair burden on the government” to share their argument. 

Defense Counsel Weller continued her argument saying that unapproved hearsay statements from witnesses made outside of the courtroom used to assert the facts of the case should be restricted. 

Judge Demeo did not rule on this motion.

Defense counsel Stephen Logerfo spoke on the motion to preclude Stevenson’s alleged nickname, “Shoota,” from being introduced at trial on grounds it’s more prejudicial than probative, stating the only reason the name is being used is to “make him look bad.”

Prosecutors argued the nickname is needed for identification purposes, specifically to show “collaboration and connection” to social media, witnesses, and the co-defendant, Thomas. 

Judge Demeo agreed with the defense, saying, “Let’s take off our law hat and use our common sense” in reference to the prejudicial aspects of the nickname, and the prosecution will need to establish a more substantial argument as to why the nickname is essential to their case. 

Defense counsel also expressed concern regarding the lack of disclosures from the prosecution, but the prosecution said they feel they “gave more details than typically provided.” 

Judge Demeo has not yet ruled on this motion to compel more evidentiary disclosure. 

Lastly, the prosecution requested defense counsel submit their DNA expert notice prior to opening statements, but the defense counsel is unsure if that is possible. Judge Demeo will rule on this request at the next hearing.

All pending pre-trial motions will be discussed after jury selection on Oct. 26.

Document: Man Arrested in 2009 Homicide in Northeast

The Metropolitan Police Department’s (MPD) Homicide Branch announce the arrest of a man in connection to a homicide that occurred on Dec. 31, 2009, on the 200 block of Hawaii Avenue, NE.

According to MPD documents, officers responded to the 200 block of Webster Street, NE, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, they located 19-year-old Emmanuel Durant Jr. on the 200 block of Hawaii Avenue, NE, suffering from gunshot wound injuries. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

On Oct. 20, MPD took custody of 40-year-old Randolph Thomas Jr.. He was transported to the Homicide Branch, where he was charged with first-degree murder while armed – felony murder.

Case Acquitted: Descriptions of Confrontation Between the Victim and the Accused in a Murder Trial

This case was acquitted on Nov. 15, 2023.

On Oct. 25, prosecutors questioned a key witness in a 2020 homicide case before DC Superior Court Judge Anthony Epstein

Michael Austin, 28, is charged with first-degree murder while armed, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and unlawful possession of a firearm by a convict, for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 26-year-old Kayvon Kinney on the 1800 block of Gainesville Street, SE, on May 24, 2020.

The prosecution called Kinney’s romantic partner up to the stand and questioned her about the early morning murder. The witness explained Kinney and Austin had gotten into a dispute regarding Kinney’s feeling offended by comments Austin made about the witness.

According to the witness, Kinney wanted to fight Austin. The witness said that Kinney said, “I want to fight with these hands!”. The witness also said that Austin attempted to ignore him. She described Kinney as being persistently eager to fight.

According to the prosecutors, there was another man present Kinney attempted to fight. She said Kinney said, “I’ll fight anyone.”

The prosecution questioned the witness about finding Kinney after he had been shot. She said she heard seven shots in the courtyard of her apartment complex but didn’t see the shooting. Following the sounds of gunfire she found Kinney lying on his back, covered in blood.

The prosecutors played the 911 call that the witness made after finding Kinney unconscious. Listening to the call, the witness became extremely emotional and confirmed that it was her voice.

During cross-examination, Austin’s defense attorney, William Alley, questioned the witness regarding Kinney’s aggressive tendencies. She explained that Kinney had been antagonizing Austin, and was allegedly intoxicated at the time of the shooting.

She also described Kinney as “someone who would get in people’s faces”. Alley also questioned the witness about Kinney’s recent move into her home after his recent release from prison.

The prosecution called two other witnesses, a lead forensic investigator at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME), and a forensics crime scene technician from the Department of Forensic Science (DFS). Kinney was dead when they arrived.

Trial is set to resume Oct. 26.

Judge Miffed When Key Witness Again Fails to Appear for a Non-Fatal Shooting Case

At an Oct. 24 status hearing, DC Superior Court Judge Lynn Leibovitz delayed a non-fatal shooting trial for lack of a key witness.  However, she made it clear she was unhappy with the situation.

“When you walk out of this court, you get subpoenas in your detective’s hands and you don’t wait until the day of the trial to say you don’t know where your witnesses are,” Judge Leibovitz said to prosecutors. 

The defendant, Marcellus Stewart, 27, is charged with two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon, two counts of assault with significant bodily injury while armed, and four counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, along with other charges, for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal shooting on May 17 on the 4600 block of Hillside Road, SE. The incident left three people suffering from non-life-threatening gunshot wounds.

At a previous hearing on Oct. 18, prosecutors told Judge Leibovitz they were having trouble bringing a witness to court due to his incarceration outside the District in an unrelated matter.

Then on Oct. 24, when asked by Judge Leibovitz to explain the problem, prosecutors said the witness had a bond hearing but is still incarcerated. 

Camille Wagner, Stewart’s defense attorney, filed another motion to dismiss the case as a result of the prosecution’s failure once again to bring the witness to court. 

Judge Leibovitz denied the defense’s request.

Parties are expected back for a trial readiness hearing on Nov. 21. 

Judge Finds Murder Defendant Incompetent to Represent Himself at Trial

On Oct. 24, DC Superior Court Judge Robert Okun found a homicide defendant incompetent to represent himself in trial based on a lengthy report from the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH). 

Marcus Barringer, 32, is charged with first-degree murder premeditated while armed, assault with a dangerous weapon, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and obstruction of justice, among other charges, for his alleged involvement in the death of 32-year-old Rashad Davis on the 2300 block of Nicholson Street, SE, on May 6, 2022. 

Based on the DBH’s report Judge Okun ruled that Barringer’s current attorney, Lisbeth Sapirstein, will represent him. However, she said her client objected to the ruling.

Judge Okun also ruled that Barringer undergo another competency evaluation to determine his competency to stand trial. 

Sapirstein  informed Judge Okun that Barringer wanted to be placed at St. Elizabeths Hospital for psychiatric treatment, rather than stay at the jail. 

She argued he has been compliant with the care he is receiving at the DC Jail, but it has not been effective. She said professionals at St. Elizabeth’s hospital would likely provide Barringer with more adequate treatment.

The prosecution opposed this request, stating that the DBH report said all of the treatment Barringer needs is available at the jail.

Judge Okun granted Barringer’s request, and stated that he will receive treatment at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital for an extended period of time.

In response to the decision, a member of Davis’ family responded by saying “Really? No!”, and walked out of the courtroom.

Parties are expected back on Dec. 13.

Document: Woman Arrested in July Homicide

The Metropolitan Police Department’s (MPD) Homicide Branch arrested a woman in connection to a homicide that occurred on July 30 on the 100 block of Farragut Street, NW.

According to MPD documents, officers responded to the location for the report of a shooting, where they located a man suffering from gunshot wounds. He was transported to a local hospital, where despite all life-saving efforts, the victim succumbed to his injuries.

The victim was identified as 46-year-old Donald B. Childs.

On Oct. 24, 29-year-old Iesha Marks was arrested and charged with first-degree murder while armed (premeditated).

Document: Suspects Sought in a Southeast Shooting

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating suspects in connection to a shooting that occurred on Oct. 22 on the 2400 block of Elvans Road, SE.

According to MPD documents, officers responded to the location for the sounds of gunshots. They did not locate any victims. A short time later, an adult female was located at an area hospital receiving treatment for non-life-threatening injuries.

The suspects were captured by surveillance footage and can be seen below.

MPD is offering a reward to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for a violent crime committed in the District.

Document: Teen Arrested for a Shooting in Northwest

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced that a juvenile male was arrested and charged in connection to a shooting that occurred on June 2 on the 1200 block of North Capitol Street, NW.

According to MPD documents, officers responded to the location for the report of a shooting, where they located a juvenile male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

MPD’s investigation determined a large fight occurred which involved the suspect and the victim. The victim fled from the fight and the suspect chased after him. Video footage captured the suspect pointing and firing the gun at the victim, who was struck by gunfire.

On Oct. 23, MPD arrested a 15-year-old juvenile male and charged him with assault with intent to kill – gun, for his alleged involvement in the incident.

Homicide Defendant Pleads Not Guilty During Arraignment 

On Oct. 20, a homicide defendant pleaded not guilty to all charges during an arraignment in front of DC Superior Court Judge Anthony Epstein

Tyriq Williams, 32, is charged with premeditated first-degree murder while armed, and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence for his alleged involvement in the murder of 20-year-old Terry Clark on Jan. 7, on the 1200 block of Half Street, SE. 

Williams’ defense attorney, Kevin Mosley, alerted the court that Williams was pleading not guilty to all charges and asserted his constitutional rights, emphasizing the right to a speedy trial. 

Mosley also requested an amendment to Williams’ release conditions in light of a trial date not set until 2025, and argued that Williams has no previous criminal history. 

Judge Epstein denied the defense’s request and ordered that Williams remain detained. 

Parties are expected to return to court on July 26, for a hearing on access to evidence favorable to the defense. 

Murder Defendant Subject to Negotiations with El Salvador

On Oct. 20, homicide defendant Marvin Lopez in a trial readiness hearing DC Superior Court Judge Michael O’Keefe addressed rejected plea offers and pending motions. 

Lopez, 43, is charged with premeditated first-degree murder and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 27-year-old Evelyn Arroyo on Dec. 24, 2014, on the 3900 block of 14th street, NW. 

According to prosecutors, the two had been involved in a romantic relationship that had been ended by Arroyo approximately two weeks before the murder. 

According to court documents, after the shooting, Lopez fled to El Salvador and remained a fugitive until he was extradited in early 2023. 

Negotiations have been underway between the U.S. and El Salvador to extradite Lopez, including an agreement not to impose the death penalty, which is not an option in the District.

Salvadoran officials requested that he receive 20-to-30 years for the murder, matching the sentencing guidelines there. However, Judge O’Keefe expressed he is not obligated to follow the request. 

During the hearing, the prosecution alleged Lopez had stolen Arroyo’s car keys and phone shortly before she was killed. They also said he allegedly sent threatening messages to the victim, such as “If you break up with me, I will kill you,” along with posting photos of bullets on his Facebook page. 

According to Arroyo’s roommate, she had allegedly hidden Lopez’s gun in order to protect herself. 

The prosecution had offered Lopez two separate plea deals, each of which he rejected. The first required he plead guilty to  second-degree murder in exchange for a dismissal of all other charges, with an agreed sentencing of 12-to-24 years. They then offered a deal requiring him to plead guilty to  second-degree murder in exchange for a dismissal of all other charges, with a maximum sentence of 20 years incarceration, which was also rejected by Lopez. 

Defense attorneys Rachel McCoy and Justin Okezie had previously filed multiple motions to suppress evidence, which were addressed in court. 

According to defense attorneys,  during the investigation, police asked one of the witnesses to identify Lopez, but did not show the witness a picture lineup and instead only asked them to “confirm” Lopez’s identity by showing a single picture of the defendant. 

The defendant and the witness had previously worked together at a restaurant, but the defense argued the witness did not know Lopez well enough to identify him based on one photograph. The defense also wanted to suppress a portion of the allegedly threatening messages sent to the victim, claiming that presenting each individual threat as evidence is unnecessary. 

Another motion was filed to prevent the testimony of a domestic violence expert, with attorneys claiming it is irrelevant to whether or not Lopez was the one who killed Arroyo. The prosecution argued that the expert was essential to understanding the victim’s mindset and why she continued to stay in the relationship. 

Due to time constraints, Judge O’Keefe was unable to decide on the motions, and will make a ruling in the upcoming days. 

Lopez’s trial is set to start Oct. 30.

Acquitted: Judge Rules on Motions in Homicide Case

Editor’s note: On May 30, 2024 a jury acquitted Devonte Brothers of all charges connected to the homicide of Deron Leake. Brothers is still being held on homicide charges in another case.

On Oct. 20, DC Superior Court Judge Anthony Epstein addressed several motions submitted by counsel and delivered his rulings in a homicide case. 

Davonte Brothers, 29, is charged with first-degree murder while armed and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, among other charges, for his alleged involvement in the murder of 27-year-old Deron Leake on Oct. 17, 2019, on the 4200 block of 6th Street, SE. The incident also left one individual suffering from non-life threatening injuries. 

Judge Epstein denied a motion submitted by the defense to suppress any in-court identifications of the defendant as the suspect during trial. Judge Epstein ordered that he will be allowing in court-identification at trial without further explanation.

The prosecution submitted a motion asking the court to exclude certain evidence that would be used as a self-defense argument for Brothers. Judge Epstein denied this motion with prejudice, meaning that prosecutors cannot file a future motion seeking to exclude the self-defense argument. Judge Epstein stated if the defense makes an argument for self-defense during the trial, he can instruct the jury to disregard their argument if there is no grounds for self-defense.

Defense counsel, Dominique Winters, submitted a motion to bifurcate elements involving prior convictions, meaning to divide the case into two separate elements. Judge Epstein denied this motion and asked both parties to find a stipulation agreeing about previous convictions. 

The prosecution requested a modification to the stay away order in place to include law clerks and interns for the defense counsel. They requested that Brothers should not be allowed to access unredacted information that would allow him to identify people by names and faces, due to significant safety concerns.The prosecution also stated that they do not want law clerks or interns to have access to unredacted materials because they are concerned about sharing them with Brothers. 

Winters responded by stating that there are no prior claims of her clerks or interns doing anything wrong or violating rules when viewing this information. She also stated that the entire defense team, including Brothers and her clerks and interns, already know who the witnesses are. 

Judge Epstein denied this request from the prosecution and ordered that the clerks and interns be allowed to have access to the unredacted material, but are not allowed to share that information with Brothers. 

The prosecution emphasized to the court that they “strongly oppose” Brothers being shown unredacted material due to strong safety concerns. 

Winters responded by saying that the prosecution already agreed to allow for unredacted material to be shown to Brothers in the grand jury stipulation. She stated that the stipulation asserts that “once both parties agree they are ready for trial, the defense will get unredacted material to confer with their client on, because there is a constitutional right to that.”

Judge Epstein stated that he does not find significant evidence to modify the protective order, he only orders that the defense is not allowed to leave any materials at the jail. 

Additional motions will be discussed at a continued trial readiness hearing. 

Parties are set to return on Oct. 27.

Judge Finds Probable Cause in Non-Fatal Shooting Case

On Oct. 23, DC Superior Court Judge Marisa Demeo found probable cause in a preliminary hearing for a non-fatal shooting case.

Jonathan Young, 33, is charged with two counts of assault with intent to kill while armed, and two counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal shooting incident that occurred on July 24, on the 4600 block of Benning Road, SE. The incident left two individuals suffering from non-life-threatening injuries. 

In a previous hearing, Judge Rainey Brandt found probable cause that Young’s co-defendant, Daquawn Lubin, 27, was the other shooter. 

The prosecution called a detective from the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) to testify regarding his involvement in the case. 

The MPD detective identified Young as the suspect in court. He testified that during the arrest and search of Young’s residence, Young kicked out a window to discard a bag the MPD recovered and allegedly discovered there was a nine millimeter handgun inside.

Surveillance footage presented by the prosecution displayed footage of two individuals entering an apartment at the location where the shooting took place. A second video was presented showing the incident where two individuals in black hoodies crouch down between two cars, lie in wait for the victims, and begin shooting at the victims.

The MPD detective identified Young as one of the shooters by his clothing, specifically gray sweatpants, white socks, and black shoes. The MPD detective stated that the clothing, in addition to the way it was worn by the defendant, matches one of the individuals entering an apartment at the location of the incident earlier in the day. This suspect is identified as Young, as his face is allegedly visible in the video footage. 

Young’s defense attorney, Chris Langello, wanted to call one of the victims to testify as he asserted that the victim would testify one of the shooters was not Young. 

Judge Demeo denied the request citing two different case laws, Edwards vs. United States and Tyler vs. United States. She stated that the only way for a victim to be able to be called as a witness for the defense, is if the defense argued exactly how their testimony would negate a probable cause or substantial probability finding.

Judge Demeo asserted that the defense’s proffer was not specific enough, and it was pure speculation that the victim would identify someone else as the shooter when they have already been interviewed twice by police and have not yet done so. Based on all these factors, Judge Demeo denied the defense’s request.

Langello argued that probable cause cannot be found because there is no physical evidence against Young, such as DNA, fingerprints, or eyewitnesses, and there is no real motive for the shooting. 

Judge Demeo responded by stating there was a confrontation that happened prior to the incident, in which Young and another individual were thrown out of an apartment earlier that evening, which is enough motive for the crime. 

She added that the clothing and the way it was worn was distinctive and is the same as Young’s. Demeo also stated “all evidence is pointing towards Young coming back with a firearm and shooting at someone,” and found probable cause. 

The prosecution requested Young be held because there is a presumption of danger to the community due to the nature of the charge and previous criminal history. The prosecution stated that the shooters fired 40 rounds in 16 seconds and the shooting was “cold-hearted.”

The defense requested Young be released due to his family support and employment. Langello stated that “Young has no previous criminal history of shooting individuals in cold blood,” He also acknowledged that the co-defendant has been released and therefore he requests the same be given to Young. 

Judge Demeo stated she’s unaware of the co-defendant’s situation and therefore cannot comment on that matter. She stated that there is a presumption of danger with her probable cause finding and that the alleged incident as well as prior convictions are “extremely serious crimes”. Additionally, Young was on supervised release for an unrelated matter, at the time of this incident.

In consideration of these matters, Judge Demeo ordered Young be held as she states “he would be an extreme risk of danger to the community and of not returning to court.”

A status hearing is scheduled for Nov. 27.