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By
Sydnee Bridges [former]
- June 22, 2023
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On June 22, DC Superior Court Judge Jason Park sentenced Braxton Johnson to ten-years in prison for committing assault with intent to kill.
Johnson, 29, was originally charged with four counts of assault with a dangerous weapon and one count of destruction of property for allegedly shooting and injuring his ex-girlfriend and her boyfriend in separate incidents, only weeks apart. He was arrested and charged on Jan. 3.
According to defense attorney Ralph Robinson, Johnson was under the influence of cough syrup when the crimes occurred. Robinson argued that Johnson’s crimes were out of rage since he had lost family members right before allegedly committing the crimes.
Moreover, Robinson insisted Johnson takes full accountability for his actions and is ready to serve his time.
Before Judge Park imposed the sentences, Johnson said, “I’m highly disappointed in myself… my heart goes out to both of the victims [and] I apologize to them genuinely.“
Johnson is required to serve two five-year terms consecutively for a total of 10 years.
However, Judge Park said he respected Johnson’s attempt to turn his life around and ordered him to attend substance abuse meetings, anger management, and vocational training during his incarceration.