Non-Fatal Shooting Defendant Granted Fourth Continuance

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In a July 24 proceeding before DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt, a fourth continuance was granted for a non-fatal shooting defendant’s preliminary hearing so plea negotiations can continue.

Donte Scott, 39, is charged with assault with intent to kill while armed for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal shooting that occurred on May 26 on the 1800 block of M Street, NW. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

On June 26, Scott requested for new counsel which Judge Brandt granted, moving the case to defense attorney Charles Haskell.

At the hearing, Haskell requested another continuance in order to fully review the presented plea offer and possibly prepare for a preliminary hearing. Haskell consented to extending the legally required deadline until the preliminary hearing.

Parties are slated to return on Sept. 11.