Prosecutors informed DC Superior Court Judge Judith Pipe on April 21, that they dismissed all charges in a shooting case, transferring them to US District Court.
Taron Johnson, 30, was charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal shooting on the 800 block of Bladensburg Road, NE on March 3. No injuries were reported.
According to court records, Johnson allegedly demanded the victim owed him money in an argument on the phone. The victim stated Johnson reportedly showed up to his apartment and fired one shot at him.
During the hearing, the prosecution stated they would be dismissing all charges against Johnson in his non-fatal shooting case. The prosecution filed intent of Nolle Prosequi, meaning they will no longer pursue the case. Although, according to prosecutors and court records, they filed a complaint in US District Court against Johnson for charges relating to the shooting. The move could result in a tougher sentence if convicted under federal jurisdiction.
In DC Superior Court, Johnson is charged in an unrelated case with assault with a dangerous weapon for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal stabbing that occurred on Nov. 6, 2025 on the 800 block of Bladensburg Street, NE. The victim sustained a stab wound to his left shoulder.
Parties are slated to reconvene for the stabbing case on May 19.
