Homicide Defendant’s Hearing Rescheduled for September

By Alyssia Davis [former] - August 30, 2022
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On Aug. 29, a homicide defendant had his hearing rescheduled for reception due to pending evidence before Baltimore City Circuit Court Judge Melissa M. Phinn. 

Donzo Monk Jr., 26, is charged with first-degree murder, use of a firearm during a felony violent crime, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder, having a handgun in a vehicle, having a handgun on his person, and possession of a firearm with a felony conviction in connection to an incident on March 10.

The prosecutor presented a life plea for first-degree murder and 20 years without the possibility of being eligible for parole after the first five for the use of a firearm during a felony violent crime. 

The prosecutor informed the court that there was still waiting for evidence: DNA and video footage. Everything else is complete, he said.

Monk and his defense attorney Augustine Okeke, are still considering the offer. 

According to a news release, Monk Jr., a repeat violent offender, was arrested for a shooting on the 6800 block of Sturbridge Drive at approximately 2:08 p.m.

They found 26-year-old Bryant Timmons suffering from an apparent life-threatening gunshot. He died in the hospital three days later.

Monk’s next hearing is scheduled for Sept. 15.