Violent Crimes News Update

Offices of the United States Attorneys   You are subscribed to Violent Crimes news updates. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. Jury Returns Guilty Verdict Against District Man on First-Degree Murder While Armed for 2020 Shooting 10/10/2024 08:00 AM EDT A jury sitting in Superior Court today found Dennis Chase, 32, of Washington, D.C., guilty of first-degree murder while armed, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and unlawful possession of a firearm in the December 2020 shooting death of Anthony Orr. The verdict was announced by U.S. Attorney Matthew M. Graves and Chief Pamela A. Smith, of the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD).  Sentencing is scheduled for January 10, 2024. Protestor Federally Charged with Assault on Officers During the July 24 Demonstration in Washington D.C. 10/10/2024 08:00 AM EDT Zachary Kam, 24, of Chicago, IL, was arrested this morning in connection with a federal criminal complaint charging him with assault on two law enforcement officers during a demonstration at Columbus Circle in front of Union Station in Washington, D.C., on July 24, 2024.  You have received this e-mail because you have asked to be notified of changes to the Offices of the United States Attorneys website. GovDelivery is providing this service on behalf of the Executive Office for United States Attorneys, Department of Justice, 950 Pennsylvania Ave., NW · Washington, DC 20530 · 202-514-2000 and may not use your subscription information for any other purposes. Manage your Subscriptions | Department of Justice Privacy Policy  | GovDelivery Privacy Policy Follow the Offices of the United States Attorneys on Twitter: @USAttorneys