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By
Carly Silverman
, - January 27, 2025
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DC Superior Court Judge Carmen McLean denied a stabbing defendant’s request for release on Jan. 27.
On Jan. 7, Marshall Baxster, 40, pleaded guilty to attempted assault with a dangerous weapon. The charges stem from his involvement in a stabbing on the 3000 block of R street, NW, on Nov. 29, 2024.
According to court documents, Baxster allegedly stole items from the victim’s backpack and when confronted by the victim he punched him in the face causing swelling and bleeding, before cutting his wrist with a knife. Baxster was originally charged with assault with a dangerous weapon.
During the hearing, the defense requested the defendant be released before sentencing, arguing he lacks a criminal history and is willing to take responsibility through a pre-indicted deal allowing Baxster to plead guilty to the sole count of attempted assault with a dangerous weapon.
The prosecution argued that due to the seriousness of the crime there is no evidence to refute he will not be a danger to the community.
Judge McLean denied the request because of the serious nature. Baxster will continue to be held until sentencing.
Parties are slated to reconvene for sentencing on March 14.