Prosecutors dropped six indictment counts in a carjacking case during jury selection before DC Superior Court Judge Andrea Hertzfeld on June 30.
Orlin Lemus-Cruz, 22, is charged with armed carjacking, two counts of armed robbery, and two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon for his alleged involvement in an incident that occurred on March 26, 2025 on the 3100 block of Hiatt Place, NW. Two victims were injured, both sustaining injuries to their faces due to physical assault.
Prior to jury selection, six counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence were dropped at the discretion of the prosecutors. Judge Hertzfeld affirmed the dismissal of the charges.
Parties are slated to deliver opening statements on July 1.
