Suspect Accused of Shooting Six After Nightclub Fight

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Shooting defendant Rennwel Mantock appeared in a May 7 hearing before DC Superior Court Judge Robert Okun.

Mantock is charged with six counts of assault with intent to kill while armed and six counts of the possession of a firearm during a crime of violence.

According to court documents, the 29-year-old defendant from Hyattsville, Maryland, was out late on April 26 at a nightclub on the 1200 block of Connecticut Avenue, NW where he allegedly assaulted six individuals – four males and two females.

Five of the victims are employees of the club. After Mantock was told to leave, he reportedly scuffled with security guards during which they punched him, dragged him down steps, and threw him to the ground.

Mantock responded by allegedly opening fire at the security guards. One other person was shot in the incident.

Mantock is believed to have tossed his gun under a car that was close to the scene. When questioned, Mantock allegedly told police where it was located.

The prosecution offered a plea deal to the defense, but the terms were not disclosed in court. The defense was granted continuance by Judge Okun in order for attorney William Patzig to go over the details of the plea with his client.

The next hearing is set for May 15.

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