On July 7, prosecutors withdrew a plea offer after defense attorney, John Machado, admitted his client was not prepared to accept it.
Ryan Parker, 23, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon–gun, carrying a pistol without a license, and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence for his alleged involvement in an incident that occurred on March 6, on the 3800 block of Minnesota Ave, NE. The victim suffered from a gunshot wound in his right thigh and was taken to a local hospital to receive treatment.
Prosecutors offered a plea deal which would have Parker plead guilty to one count of aggravated assault and one count of carrying a pistol without a license.
The plea deal, which expired July 7, was withdrawn by prosecutors after the defense failed to act on the offer.
Following an a private conference between DC Superior Court Judge Erik Christian and parties, Judge Christian ordered a 30-day competency screening based on Machado’s argument that Parker needs mental counseling.
Judge Christian transferred Parker to St. Elizabeths Hospital to be evaluated and receive mental health treatment.
The next hearing is slated for Aug. 8.
