Prosecutor Extends Plea Offer to Defendant

By D.C. Witness Staff - July 1, 2020
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A defendant decided July 1 to waive his right to a hearing that will depict if the prosecution has enough evidence to proceed to trial. 

Kenneth Phillips is charged with robbery for allegedly knocking a victim unconscious on the unit block of Hanover Place, NW on March 26. Phillips, 20, allegedly took $20 from the victim. 

In response, the prosecutor on the case offered Phillips a plea deal. The plea has not been discussed with the defendant, therefore the prosecutor requested another hearing.

According to court documents, an officer from the Metropolitan Police Department stopped individuals who were on the scene. The defendant became irritable and loud as the officer was trying to separate him and the victim. 

The victim was able to regain consciousness and told the officer that his money was missing from his wallet, the document states. The money was returned to the victim and the defendant was arrested.

Phillips’ hearing is scheduled for July 29.