Judge Holds Defendant at St. E’s Hospital

A DC Superior Court judge held a defendant charged with carrying a pistol without a license in two separate cases.

Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) officers arrested Anthony May, 19, on Feb. 3 on the 2700 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, SE after they found a 9mm pistol on him. MPD officers confronted the defendant again on March 24 inside a laundry shop on the 1100 block of Trenton Place, SE for suspected loitering. They recovered another pistol inside his pants.

The defendant was brought before the court on July 28 to address his lack of compliance with his pretrial release conditions.

A Pretrial Services Agency (PSA) representative said May violated his curfew and home confinement orders by regularly leaving his residence late at night.

Defense attorney Frederick Iverson said his client had various reasons to go outside his residence. He said May had to move his belongings because he was issued an eviction notice.

May’s mother also said that her son tested positive for COVID-19 and stayed at a hotel room for self quarantine.

However, the prosecution said that May had no good reason to move in the middle of the night and staying at a hotel could not explain why he left his home multiple times a month.

The PSA representative also noted that the defendant was not competent to stand trial due to his mental health issues on March 17.

The judge ordered that May be held at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, DC’s psychiatric institution, for inpatient competency restoration.

A mental observation hearing is scheduled for Aug. 31.

Judge Schedules Felony Status Conference for Defendant

On July 28, a DC Superior Court judge scheduled a felony status conference for Aug. 26 after a defense attorney requested more time to consult with her client.

Tamer Castle is charged with second-degree theft and second-degree burglary in relation to several incidents that have occurred since March. One of those incidents involved the theft of an urn holding cremated ashes of a person.

The prosecution offered a plea deal that is on the table for the next four weeks.

“Some of Mr. Castle’s cases are very time sensitive, including him stealing an urn of cremated remains, and the family would really like the return of their loved one,” the prosecutor said.

Defense attorney Angela Ramsey requested more time to review the incidents with Castle. She said it has been difficult to contact the defendant due to increased security measures at DC Jail due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“I need a lot more time to go over the overwhelming amount of documents that the prosecution has sent to us,” said Ramsey.

Judge Danya Dayson scheduled a hearing at the end of the prosecution’s four-week deadline for the plea deal.

Castle’s next hearing is scheduled for Aug. 26.

Judge Continues Pretrial Release for Defendant Charged Over 5 Years Ago

A DC Superior Court judge continued the release of a defendant who was charged with simple assault and bail violation over five years ago.

On July 20, Charles Dixon walked into court to address an outstanding warrant he had for a simple assault case he picked up in 2014. Judge Danya Dayson quashed the warrant on July 20 and allowed him to stay on pretrial release.

She scheduled a hearing for July 28 to determine if he was being compliant with his release conditions.

During the hearing, a Pretrial Services Agency (PSA) representative said Dixon has been fully compliant with the terms of his release.

The prosecution did not object to continuing the defendant’s release.

Dixon picked up the bail violation charge in 2014 after he failed to appear in court for his simple assault case.

Dixon is scheduled to return to court on Oct. 27 for a status hearing.

Judge Finds Probable Cause in Assault with Dangerous Weapon Case

On July 28, a DC Superior Court judge ruled that an assault with a deadly weapon case has enough evidence to proceed to trial.

Kareem Boyd, 19, was charged in connection with a shooting that took place on April 4 on the 4900 block of D Street, SE. At about 1 p.m. Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) officers responded to a report of two gunshots. The complaining witness reported that his cousin’s boyfriend had shot at him.

Later, a witness told officers that the shooter was Kareem Boyd. An MPD detective testified to this during the preliminary hearing.

The detective also testified that other witnesses described the shooter as someone who had the same physical features as Boyd.

Judge Heidi Hermann ultimately ruled that the evidence provided during the detective’s testimony met the “low standard” for probable cause in the case.

Boyd is currently being held at the DC Jail. He is scheduled to return to court for a hearing on Sept. 25.

Judge Reschedules Hearing For No-Show Defendant

A DC Superior Court judge chose not to issue a bench warrant for a defendant who failed to appear in court, instead the judge rescheduled the hearing to Aug. 13.

Daquan Kelly, 25, is charged with second-degree theft, misdemeanor sexual abuse and unlawful entry.

He was ordered to come to court on July 28 to address his issues complying with the terms of his pretrial release.

Defense attorney Lola Ziadie opposed the bench warrant, saying her client is currently homeless and has a history of mental health problems.

“He does have a number of challenges, and I think he was not made aware of this hearing,” Ziadie said.

The prosecution did not ask for the bench warrant, though they did mention that Kelly was issued a bench warrant on March 13 after he failed to appear for a pretrial show cause hearing for an unlawful entry case that was going to be addressed during this hearing.

However, Ziadie said Kelly only lost contact with his mother on July 27 and that he “wouldn’t have gone very far.”

Judge Issues Bench Warrant For Homeless Defendant

A DC Superior Court judge issued a bench warrant for the arrest of a domestic violence defendant charged with sexual abuse and simple assault.

The defendant was ordered to return to court on July 28 to address his issues complying with his pretrial release conditions.

A Pretrial Services Agency (PSA) representative said the defendant has been a loss of contact for five months.

Defense attorney Celine Schroeder said her client is currently homeless and the COVID-19 pandemic is making it difficult for shelters to admit him. She asked the court to reschedule the hearing and give her more time to reach the defendant, as he has not picked up new cases since April.

However, the prosecution requested the bench warrant, saying that the defendant is unlikely to return voluntarily, given the length of time he has been a loss of contact.

The judge referenced the defendant’s history of noncompliance with release conditions as well as his 2015 sexual abuse conviction.

The defendant is scheduled for a status hearing on Oct. 5.

Defendant Transferred to Hospital for Mental Exam

On July 28, DC Superior Court Judge Neal Kravitz ordered that a defendant be moved to DC’s psychiatric institution for an exam.

Devonte Wright, 21, is charged with assault with the intent to kill while armed in connection with a stabbing that occurred on March 27 on the 1700 block of Benning Road, NE.

A full competency exam was ordered for Wright after a medical professional could not determine Wright’s mental competency to stand trial after conducting an exam at the DC Jail. Wright’s next test will take place at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital.

Another mental observation hearing is scheduled for Aug. 26. Wright is being held at St. Elizabeth’s.

According to court documents, Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) officers responded to a report of a stabbing. Officers found a two-year-old female child suffering from multiple stab wounds. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital and treated for non-life threatening injuries. The responding officers apprehended the suspect at the scene and recovered a knife.

Judge Resentences Defendant for 2012 Crime

A DC Superior Court judge resentenced a defendant to 18 months of supervised release for a crime from 2012.

Emmanuel West pleaded guilty to possession of a controlled substance and carrying a pistol without a license outside home or business for an incident that occurred in 2012 when he was a minor. After his release, West was convicted of a crime in Virginia on Dec. 11, 2015. and was incarcerated for five years. On March 4, West was held at DC Jail due to multiple bench warrants for his 2012 crime.

On July 28, Judge Danya Dayson resentenced West to 18 months, all of which were suspended, for carrying a pistol without a license outside home or business. She also sentenced him to time served for the controlled substance charge.

The conditions of West’s probation include registering as a gun offender and not possessing a firearm. His probation in DC will run concurrently with his ongoing probation in Virginia.

“I’m ready to come home,” said West. “I know what my mistakes are and I am trying to go back to the community and be a better man.”

West has no further hearings scheduled at this time.

Judge Resentences Defendant on Probation

On July 28, a DC Superior Court judge resentenced a defendant after multiple bail and probation violations.

Theodore Wilson, who is also known as Terry Welsh, pleaded guilty to shoplifting, second-degree theft, and bail violation on April 6, 2018. He was released on probation but never reported to the Court Services and Supervision Agency (CSOSA.) He also failed to appear for multiple hearings regarding the violations. Wilson has been held at DC Jail intermittently for over 180 days since his release on April 6, 2018.

The defendant will continue his original sentence of two years on probation with conditions including GPS tracking, drug treatment, job training and counseling as needed. He also must pay $150 to the Crime Victims Compensation fund within one year.

“Your criminal record as of late does show you as stuck in this whirlwind of certain behaviors,” Judge Danya Dayson said. “I would recommend that you avail yourself to some services to get out of this situation and to find some way to break out of where you’ve been.”

Wilson was detained on March 6 after he failed to complete an in-patient drug treatment program. He has not been able to access drug treatment in detention.

“Mr. Wilson has been uncertain for a long period of time about how long his detention would last, said defense attorney Anthony Viviani.”

The defendant also has a history of misdemeanor charges.

Wilson has no further hearings scheduled at this time.

Judge Continues Defendant’s Competency Treatment

On July 27, a DC Superior Court judge continued a defendant’s treatment at DC’s psychiatric hospital so that he could regain competency to stand trial.

Julian Lewis is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon for allegedly hitting a woman on the head with a glass bottle he grabbed from a trash can on the 1200 block of U Street, NW on Oct. 31, 2019.

Lewis, 30, has been held at Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital since Jan. 16. The defendant was found incompetent to stand trial on Feb. 12, May 8 and July 27.

Defense attorney Stephen Logerfo said his client is able to understand the factual basis of what occurred but still has trouble understanding his charges.

He is now voluntarily taking his medication and complying with the treatment.

Judge Michael Ryan said the defendant is likely to gain competency with continued treatment.

“You’ve had a long journey so far, and you’re doing a lot right now,” he said. “I encourage you to keep doing what you’ve been doing.”

The victim in this case was taken to Howard University Hospital, where she was treated for a laceration to her left ear and a contusion to her head.

Lewis is scheduled for another mental health observation hearing on Aug. 24.

Document: Police Arrest 5 Suspects in Connection to Robberies

Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) officers arrested five suspects in connection to various robberies that occurred between June 17 and July 24.

On July 19, 20 year-old Andre Fluellyn was arrested by the MPD in connection to a robbery that occurred on June 17. The suspect allegedly approached a victim in his vehicle at midnight on the 100 block of Irving Street, NW. He then demanded the victim’s vehicle and fled the scene in it.

The suspect was charged with unarmed carjacking and is awaiting a hearing to discuss the status of his case on Aug. 25.

On July 20, MPD officers arrested 18 year-old Richard Wise in connection to a robbery that occurred on June 20. He allegedly assaulted victims and stole their property at 8:45 a.m. on the 6700 block of Georgia Avenue, NW.

The suspect was charged with second-degree theft, destruction of property less than $1,000 and simple assault misdemeanors.

Wise was released under personal recognizance with stay away orders on July 21.

On July 18, 25 year-old Shaquille Pittman was arrested for an offense that occurred earlier that day. The victim was driving the suspect to a destination at 5:32 p.m., when he allegedly demanded the victim’s property with a handgun on the 4300 block of Polk Street, NE.

The suspect is charged with armed robbery. His case is pending a grand jury. Pittman’s next hearing is scheduled for Aug. 25.

On July 22, 33 year-old Derjuan Morris, was arrested for allegedly snatching a victim’s property earlier that day on the 300 block of G Street, SW. The defendant fled the scene but was apprehended by responding officers.

Morris is charged with robbery and is awaiting a hearing on Sept. 4. The defendant was released under personal recognizance.

On July 24, 22 year-old Treyvon Littles was arrested for a robbery that occurred earlier that day. The defendant allegedly assaulted a victim and took the victim’s property on the 600 block of H Street, NW. He was then apprehended by responding officers.

The suspect is charged with robbery. He is being held without bond and is awaiting a hearing on Aug. 26.

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‘People make mistakes, and they can change,’ Defendant Says

A defendant’s defense attorney asked a judge to be lenient on sentencing his client.

Curtis Fann pleaded guilty to possession of an unregistered firearm on June 23. He was initially charged with carrying a pistol without a license, possession of an unregistered firearm and unlawful possession of ammunition in October 2018.

Fann’s defense attorney, Bruce Cooper, asked District of Columbia Superior Court Judge Danya Dayson to consider not requiring Fann to register as a gun offender. Cooper said Fann worked as an IT contractor for three and a half years and has been working for Lyft, Uber and Instacart since the charges were filed.

D.C. Witness reached out to Lyft, Uber and Instacart to understand whether being a registered gun offender in DC is a disqualifying factor for employment. D.C. Witness was unable to get a clear answer from any of the companies regarding their policies after several attempts.

Judge Dayson said she was taking into account all of the circumstances discussed, Fann’s lack of criminal history and the fact that he took responsibility for his mistake.

She said it was clear that this mistake is “not some sort of pattern.”

Judge Dayson sentenced Fann to 90 days of incarceration, suspending the time in confinement and required him to serve six months of unsupervised probation and register as a gun offender for two years after his probation ends.

According to court documents, Fann boarded an Amtrak train in Alexandria, Va. to retrieve a loaded gun that his cousin left on the train when he was arrested in Charlottesville, Va. Amtrak police were alerted that Fann was acting strangely and found the gun between his seat and the wall of the train.

The prosecution asked for a sentence of 180 days in prison, with the whole amount of time suspended, and six months on unsupervised probation along with Fann registering as a gun offender.

Fann made a personal statement, apologizing for his actions. He said he started working for the federal government when he was 15 and has not been able to work for the government because of his charges.

“People make mistakes, and they can change,” he said.

Document: Arrest Made in Assault With a Gun

On July 27, detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) responded to the 800 block of 44th Street, NW for a report of an assault with a gun.

At approximately 8:45 p.m., 44 year-old Kevin Dwayne Ross, of Southeast, DC, was involved in a verbal altercation with multiple victims. Ross allegedly pointed and discharged a gun at the victims during the altercation, though no one was injured.

Ross fled the scene and was apprehended by MPD officers. He was charged with assault with a dangerous weapon (gun), carrying a pistol without a license, unregistered firearm and unregistered ammunition.

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Judge Releases Defendant from St. Elizabeth’s Hospital

A DC Superior Court judge released a defendant from DC’s psychiatric hospital.

Brittney Marshall is charged with attempted threats to do bodily harm, unlawful entry and contempt misdemeanors. The 26-year-old has been held at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital since April 30.

Judge Michael Ryan declared her competent to stand trial during a July 27 hearing.

Judge Ryan released her under the Specialized Supervision Unit (SSU,) which provides supervision to defendants with mental illnesses and cognitive impairments. She was released with the understanding that she will reside at her brother’s house.

“You’ve done a very good job so far,” Judge Ryan told the defendant. “Please keep up the hard work.”

On Feb. 11, Marshall allegedly trespassed 15 feet into restricted White House territory on the 1600 block of E Street, NW.

A Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) officer asked if she had a White House pass.

“I do not have a White House pass,” she responded. “I am the President.”

The defendant received a stay away order from the White House zone, but allegedly went back to the area on Feb. 18. She said she needed to get inside the White House, but had been arrested the day before.

She also allegedly yelled at a community opportunity center employee on the 1300 block of Alabama Avenue, SE, saying she was going to “f*** her up and break all the windows out her vehicle” on Feb. 20.

Marshall’s next hearing is scheduled for Aug. 7.

Document: Arrest Made in Child Sex Trafficking Case

A 63 year-old man was arrested for arranging for a sexual act with a child in exchange for money.

At approximately 3 p.m. on July 27, detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Youth and Family Services Division – Internet Crimes Against Children Branch arrested George Lloyd Oglesbee, of Alexandria, VA, in DC.

Oglesbee is charged with sex trafficking of children.

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