A non-fatal stabbing defendant waived his preliminary hearing and was detained before DC Superior Court Judge Renee Raymond on April 15.
Christopher Pierce, 28, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal stabbing that took place on the 2800 block of Alabama Avenue SE, on March 9, 2026.
According to court documents, Pierce reportedly got into a confrontation with the victim, who chased him down the street. During the confrontation, Pierce allegedly swung a knife at the victim, who was stabbed twice.
Pierce waived his right to a preliminary hearing of the evidence which is tantamount to a finding of probable cause, then Judge Raymond heard the parties’ arguments for release.
Defense attorney Anthony Dimillo argued that Pierce was chased by the victim, and only used a knife against the victim in self-defense. Dimillo stated that Pierce had tried “multiple times” to leave the situation and attempted to run away.
Additionally, Pierce has a stable family home and is actively involved with his two children, with a third on the way.
The prosecution asked Judge Raymond to keep Pierce detained, describing his actions as “extremely dangerous.” The prosecution also emphasized Pierce’s criminal history, stating that he had been previously convicted of unlawful possession of a firearm. According to prosecutors, the victim was also unarmed.
Judge Raymond decided to keep Pierce in custody due to his criminal history and because the victim was unarmed.
Parties are scheduled to reconvene on May 6.
