Shooting Defendant Waives Right to Independent DNA Testing

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A shooting defendant waived the right to independently test DNA evidence recovered at the crime scene before DC Superior Court Judge Erik Christian on Oct. 3.

Larry Carr, 20, is charged with assault with intent to kill while armed, aggravated assault knowingly while armed, two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon, five counts of possession of firearm during crime of violence, possession of unregistered firearm, and carrying pistol without a license outside home or business, for his alleged involvement in a shooting on Oct. 22, 2023, on the 100 block of Riggs Road, SW. One individual was injured.

At the hearing, the prosecution told the court about evidence that was collected from the crime scene, including a shell casing and a gun shaped skull knife. The prosecution stated no DNA testing has been done.

Carr’s defense attorney, Teresa Kleiman, informed the court that Carr decided to waive his right to independent DNA testing.

Parties will reconvene on Nov. 21.