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Defendant Doesn’t Show for Hearing, Judge ‘Not Surprised’

When a defendant did not appear for his court hearing  to discuss his pretrial release conditions, a judge said that this was “not surprising”.

Antoine Jackson was charged with second-degree burglary on April 11. He was released from pretrial confinement under the terms that he would comply with GPS monitoring guidelines and speak with a pretrial services officer weekly.

Jackson was t given a higher level of supervision on June 12. A notice was filed of Jackson’s noncompliance on June 9.  

Another hearing was scheduled to evaluate the status of Jackson’s pretrial release. 

Jackson failed to appear at the hearing.

According to the pretrial services representative, Jackson said he was living with his mother. However, the representative said that, on June 8, Jackson said he actually was not living with his mother and did not have housing. 

Jackson does not own a cell phone, so the representative said they have no way of contacting him. 

The prosecution requested a warrant for Jackson’s arrest, however Judge Rainey Brandt denied the request. 

Man Released from Jail After Accepting Plea Deal

A DC Superior Court judge sentenced and released June 12 a defendant from jail after he accepted a plea deal for second-degree theft and unlawful entry.

Judge Michael Ryan sentenced Timothy Jordan to four months in prison. The confinement time was suspended as long as Jordan, 40, seeks treatment for his mental health issues and stays away from the CVS on Alabama Avenue, SE. 

The judge said he believes that Jordan has had adequate time to consider his actions and sincerely wishes to improve himself.

On June 30, 2019, Jordan broke into the window of a closed CVS store and stole $673 worth of oral hygiene products.

At the time, Jordan was working for a temporary employment agency and experiencing severe toothaches. He wished to resolve these issues and profit off the excess products.

The following day, Jordan was charged with second-degree burglary, destruction of property less than $1,000 and second-degree theft. The other charges were dropped in the plea deal.

Jordan was found on March 3 when he attempted to shoplift two beers from a convenience store on the same street.

He was arrested for second-degree theft and failure to appear in court.

Later that month, he was caught stealing from two vehicles.

According to court documents, Jordan broke into the passenger seat of a car on 12th Place NE and took a saw. He then went south towards Constitution Avenue, NE.

On the way, he entered a van and stole tools, according to the documents.

Judge Ryan ordered Jordan to pay the minimum $50 fine for each of his four misdemeanor cases. One of these fees could be raised to $250 on the condition that the prosecutor can provide appropriate proof that Jordan damaged the van.

Judge Releases 5 Defendants During Initial Hearing

DC Superior Court Judge Rainy Brandt released five defendants during their initial hearings on June 12.

The prosecution also dismissed one defendant’s case, however the defendant remained at DC Jail because of a parole violation in another case.

Five of the cases were related to domestic violence, including one defendant whose initial hearing was delayed since June 9 because he was in the hospital.

Judge Bandt released the defendant, who is charged with assault and destroying property in a domestic violence-related offense, on June 12. The defendant has to stay away from one person and the 800 Adrian Street, SE.

Four defendants were not released.

Three defendants were not released because they faced multiple charges on similar offenses within a short time period.

Another defendant was not released because of her unwillingness to comply with stay away orders.

Judge Sentences Convicted Felon to 1 Year in Prison

A convicted felon will only have to serve one year in prison plus the time he has already served for robbery, armed kidnapping, armed robbery, threats to do bodily harm and simple assault. 

During his sentencing, Rondal Lynch thanked Judge Patricia Broderick for her help.

“Once I’m done this time, I’m done, your honor,” he said. “You have helped me in a lot of ways. You have saved my life in a lot of ways.”

Rondal Lynch was originally charged with kidnapping in October 2014 and faced additional charges the following May. He has been put on supervised release multiple times.  

Lynch violated his release conditions on many occasions, which the prosecutor cited during the sentencing as evidence of a “history of noncompliance.” 

Lynch has long struggled with mental illness and addiction. Judge Broderick told the defendant to continue receiving treatment and remain on his medication. 

“You keep throwing it away,” Judge Broderick said. “Don’t break my heart again and don’t break your family’s heart again. I still believe you can do this.”

Lynch was also charged in 2018 with bail violation. Judge Broderick suspended the remaining time on the offense in addition to giving him credit for his time he already served. He was initially sentenced to nearly three years in prison.

With good behavior, Judge Broderick said Lynch would be eligible for 30 days of supervised release at the end of his sentence. She said this would ensure he still had the mental health treatment he needs once released.

When released Lynch will have to abide by conditions, including seeking vocational training, completing his GED and seeking necessary medication and treatment.

Lynch Will also have to pay $100 fine to be paid towards the Victims of Violent Crime Fund for each of his cases. Even though the judge tried to set up a system for Lynch to pay it, he refused vowing to pay the money.

“No, I’ll pay it, your honor,” he said. “I’ll definitely make sure I pay it.”

Hearing for Domestic Violence Case Postponed

A status hearing set for June 12 did not happen as scheduled.

Tony Arrington is charged with simple assault and a bail violation in a domestic violence case.

Arrington was charged with simple assault in December of last year. In January, a notice of noncompliance was filed and a bench warrant was issued. He was charged with the bail violation in February. 

Arrington was scheduled for a status hearing on June 12. However, it was cancelled.

Arrington’s next hearing is scheduled for Aug. 28.

Judge Issues Notice of Return for Man with Distribution Charge

On June 12, DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt issued a notice of return for Davon Warren, who was arrested on Nov 5, 2019, and charged with distributing PCP, a hallucinatory drug.

Warren failed to appear for two hearings on Dec 13, 2019, and May 20, 2020. 

He also had not been making sufficient contacts with his pretrial representative.

The battery for Warren’s GPS tracking bracelet died on May 27. Warren did not recharge it until May 30.

Despite non-compliance, Judge Brandt released on probation in part because of the COVID-19 pandemic. He is scheduled for a hearing on June 26.

Judge Sentences Defendant to 18 Months in Prison

A DC Superior Court judge sentenced a defendant to 18 months in prison followed by one year of probation.

Maxwell Henry pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm on March 13. The plea was based on Henry’s extensive past criminal history, said Judge Michael O’Keefe, who cited the defendant’s contact with the criminal justice system since 1999. 

Jamison Koehler, Henry’s defense attorney, asked that the defendant receive a shorter sentence based on his guilty plea and awareness of his wrongdoing. Koehler also pointed out that Henry had been experiencing illness while detained at the DC jail. 

Henry’s plea expedited the sentencing process, which was originally scheduled for June 24. 


Judge O’Keefe required Henry to register as a gun offender, maintain or seek employment and participate in grief counseling. He must also receive a mental health screening and reconnect with his mental health providers.

Defendant Expresses Desire to Change After Sentencing

A DC Superior Court judge sentenced a defendant on June 12.

Deangelo Glover pleaded guilty to violating bail and possession of a controlled substance. 

Judge Erik Christian sentenced Glover to nearly six months in jail, the execution of which will be suspended. He will have to serve two years on probation for the possession offense.

He is being credited for time served for the bail violation.

Glover does have prior convictions, including unlawful possession of PCP, an hallucinatory drug, assault and bail violation.

Defense attorney Isaac Kunnirickal pointed out his client’s very difficult up bring, saying Glover expressed a desire to change.

“I think that’s sincere,” Kunnirickal said. “Very sincere.”

Glover apologized for the incidents that led to his sentencing.

“I’m trying to change for the better for my son and me,” he said.

Probation Hearing Cancelled for Noncompliant Defendant

A probation show cause hearing did not happen as scheduled on June 12.

Jaqueline Robinson was sentenced to 60 days in confinement for simple assault. The time was suspended and she was given four month of probation. According to the terms of her probation, Robinson was required to receive drug treatment, a mental health evaluation and treatment by the Court Services & Offender Supervision Agency. She was also instructed to partake in a domestic violence intervention program.

A notice of noncompliance was issued on March 16.

A probation show cause hearing was scheduled for June 12. However, it was cancelled due to a court emergency/inclement weather.

Robinson’s next hearing is scheduled for Aug. 28.

Documents: Homicide on E Street

The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred on the 200 block of E Street, NE.

According to a press release, officers found 18-year-old Saige Ballard suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. She was pronounced dead at a local hospital.

A male victim, who was suffering from a gunshot wound, was also located. The male received treatment from non-life threatening injuries at a local hospital.

The department is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information that leads to an arrest and conviction. Anyone with information should contact that police at 202-727-9099. Anonymous information can also be sent to the department’s Text Tip Line — 50411.

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Document: Homicide on Jay Street

Officers from the Metropolitan Police Department are investigating a homicide that occurred on June 11.

According to a press release, officers responded to the 4700 block of Jay Street, NE after receiving a report on sounds of gunfire. At the location, the police found 32-year-old Kevin Redd suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at a local hospital.

The department is offering a reward up to $25,000 for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in this case or any other homicide case in Washington, DC. Anyone with information should call the police at 202-727-9099. Anonymous information may also be submitted to the department’s Text Tip Line — 50411.

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Warrant Issued for No-Show Defendant

A defendant failed to show up for his probation show cause hearing on June 11.

Back in December 2019, Damani Sanders was sentenced to 24 months in confinement. The time was suspended, and he was required to serve five years of probation for attempting to commit robbery and carrying a pistol without a license outside a home or business.

After not complying with the conditions of his probation, Sanders was notified to return to court on May 5. There, he was released under high intensity supervision program (HISP) with GPS monitoring. 

Another notice of noncompliance was issued on June 2, and Sanders was ordered to return to court on June 11. However, he did not show up. 

Judge Rainey Brandt issued a bench warrant for his arrest.

Document: Police Arrest Suspect for Assault with Weapon

Officers from the Metropolitan Police Department arrested a suspect on June 11 for cutting a victim with a sharp object.

According to a press release, the suspect and the victim were engaged in a physical altercation on the 1100 block of 3rd Street, NE. The victim was transferred to a local hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.

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Crime Alerts: June 11

Between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. on June 11 the Metropolitan Police Department sent out one crime alert for a robbery.

At 4:23 p.m., the police alerted the public of a robbery on the 3800 block of Georgia Ave, NW. Police are looking for four to five black males who are aged in their 20s. The suspects are between 5’4″ and 5’5″ with dark complexion. They were last seen headed southbound on the 3800 block of Georgia Ave.

If anyone has information on this incident call 911.