Prosecutor Announces Presence of DNA Evidence in Murder Case

By D.C. Witness Staff - June 26, 2019
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With the presence of DNA evidence in a murder case, a prosecutor suggested June 2 that another hearing was needed to discuss test results and decide on next steps. 

Roger Hector Hamilton, 38, is charged with second-degree murder, driving under the influence of alcohol or a drug, and reckless driving for his alleged involvement in the death of 42-year-old Vincent Childs. The incident occurred on the 3200 block of Wheeler Road, SE on March 2, 2018.

The prosecutor also said he gathered and reviewed surveillance footage but didn’t find any evidence that would be useful or valuable in the case. 

Hamilton’s defense attorney, Joseph Scrafano, said the prosecutor provided him with a large amount of additional evidence on June 20, but he has not had time to go through it. 

According to court documents, an SUV travelling at high speed struck Childs at Alabama Avenue and Wheeler Road, SE. Hamilton allegedly “attempted to flee,” but was stopped by a nearby citizen. Childs was pronounced dead on the scene. Apparently, he suffered from massive trauma.

 The legal limit for blood alcohol levels is .08 percent, Hamilton scored a .12 percent, indicating that he was intoxicated to a level where he was not legally allowed to operate a vehicle.  

According to the Alcohol Health Center, an e-health program sponsored by Evolution Health Systems, Inc., a blood alcohol level between .10-.125 means that motor coordination and judgement are significantly impaired. 

Hamilton’s next hearing is scheduled on Sept. 17.