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By
John Battistelli
- February 20, 2025
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A stabbing defendant was denied release by DC Superior Court Judge Heidi Herrmann on Feb. 20.
Tywanna Johnson, 33, is charged with assault with intent to commit robbery while armed and assault with a dangerous weapon. The charges stemmed from her alleged involvement in a robbery on the 400 block of 15th Street, NE on Jan. 23 that left one person with a stab wound to his right side.
During the hearing, Johnson’s defense, Derrick Page, alerted Judge Herrmann of Johnson’s intent to waive her right to a preliminary hearing. Page also requested she be released as she awaits further proceedings.
When opposing the release of Johnson, the prosecution noted the weight of evidence against Johnson, stating that CCTV footage showed the incident occurring, catching an individual, identified as Johnson, telling the victim to, “Give me your f***ing phone before I f***ing kill you.”
The prosecution highlighted the “randomness of the attack,” and that Johnson allegedly admitted to a Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) officer that she had robbed and stabbed the victim.
Page pointed out that Johnson is being treated for mental health issues. Additionally, she’s reconnecting with her family and securing housing and employment.
However, Judge Herrmann found that there were no release conditions to ensure the protection of the community and denied release.
Parties are slated to reconvene on March 3.