Stabbing Defendant Requests Time to Decide Plea Agreement

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On July 24, a stabbing defendant requested additional time to consider a plea agreement, which was shared by prosecutors on July 23, before DC Superior Court Judge Robert Salerno.

Tyrone Graham, 42, is charged with assault with a deadly weapon for his alleged involvement in a stabbing that took place on July 13 on the intersection of 12th and U Street in front of McDonald’s. One individual sustained injuries during the incident.

According to court documents, Graham was standing at a bus stop when he and the victim got into a verbal altercation and the victim began punching Graham in the face. Then Graham reached into his bag, pulled out a knife, and allegedly began stabbing the victim.

At the hearing, the prosecution stated they had extended an agreement to Graham, which requires him to plead guilty to assault with a deadly weapon in exchange for the prosecution not seeking an indictment.

Wole Falodun, Graham’s defense attorney, stated that he needed more time to review the plea with his client before moving forward. Judge Salerno granted his request.

Though Falodun made no formal argument for release he emphasized that his client was “viciously attacked,” by a stranger and continued his claim that Graham acted in self-defense. However, Judge Salerno said “[his] hands are tied,” and there is nothing he can do for release at this time.

Parties are slated to return on Aug. 7.