A shooting defendant accused of multiple felonies waived his right to independently test DNA evidence before DC Superior Court Judge Danya Dayson on Feb. 4.
Andrew Black, 51, is charged with assault with intent to kill while armed, three counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, aggravated assault knowingly while armed, assault with a dangerous weapon, unlawful possession of a firearm by a convict, carrying a pistol without a license outside a home or business, possession of an unregistered firearm, unlawful possession of ammunition for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal shooting on the 4600 block of Connecticut Avenue, NW on Sept. 9, 2023. One person was injured.
During the hearing, the prosecution told the court that they haven’t recovered or tested any physical evidence. They said they never found the firearm and sent a subpoena to the hospital for bullet fragments but are waiting for a response.
After answering several obligatory questions by Judge Dayson, Black waived his right to independently test DNA evidence. Judge Dayson stated that she was satisfied that his decision was made freely and voluntarily.
Parties are expected to reconvene on May 14.
