DC Superior Court Judge Errol Arthur denied sentencing a shooting defendant under the Youth Rehabilitation Act (YRA) on Jan. 30.
Nathaniel Washington, 21, pleaded guilty on July 14, 2025 to assault with a dangerous weapon and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence for his involvement in a non-fatal shooting on Feb. 7, 2025, on the 500 block of Division Avenue, NE. No injuries were reported, but approximately 15 shots were fired, striking a vehicle twice.
As part of the plea deal, parties agreed to a five year prison sentence, subject to Judge Arthur’s approval…