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By
Namita Nair [former]
- July 15, 2024
Court
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Daily Stories
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Non-Fatal Shooting
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Shooting
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Suspects
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During a felony arraignment on July 11, a non-fatal shooting defendant pleaded not guilty to 11 felony counts.
Adrian Lee, 49, is charged with assault with intent kill while armed, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, aggravated assault knowingly while armed, assault with a dangerous weapon, assault with significant bodily injury while armed, and unlawful possession of a firearm due to a prior conviction of over one year for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal shooting that occurred on April 18, 2023, on the 700 block of Gresham Place, NW.
At the hearing, Albert Amissah, Lee’s defense attorney, told DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt that his client was pleading not guilty and asserted all constitutional rights, including the right to a speedy trial.
According to court documents, Lee was set to be in trial this week. However, due to an alteration in charges against Lee, his case was moved to the Felony-1 calendar.
Documents also state that the victim was shot twice in the chest. He was taken to Howard University Hospital by his wife to receive extended treatment for severe injuries, according to court documents.
Amish requested a bond review, submitting a motion for home confinement.
The motion, filed on July 10, states that Lee is the father of two young children and an 18-month-old-son and is essential in their daily caregiving.
The prosecution opposed the defense motion, stating that Lee is still a danger to the community, explaining that Lee had previously been charged with involuntary manslaughter.
Since the defense filed a motion for bond review, Judge Brandt requested the prosecution file an opposition to the motion before shoe could officially make a decision on whether Lee could be released to home confinement or not.
A motion hearing was scheduled for Sept. 3.
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