Aaron Jefferson, 28, of Washington D.C., was sentenced to 12 years in prison and five years of supervised probation upon release, for a shooting on the 7900 Block of Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring.
Aaron Jefferson, 28, of Washington D.C., via MCSAO
Judge McAuliffe issued the sentence on July 17th, 2023. On May 31, 2023, Jefferson pleaded guilty to attempted second-degree murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and reckless endangerment for his role in the incident, which occurred on October 2, 2021.
Investigators believe this shooting was the result of a rival gang dispute, according to the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office (MCSAO).
The statement of charges reveals that more than 40 rifle and handgun casings were recovered from the scene. Bullets struck a man in the hand and leg. That victim survived. Bullets also hit three commercial businesses and five vehicles.
The investigation by Montgomery County Police showed that Jefferson was one of multiple individuals shooting handguns and a rifle.
Police photo from the crime scene, via MCSAO
Jefferson was shot in the back and back of his neck. It’s believed he sustained injuries from the other shooters hitting him from behind. The search continues for additional suspects, according to MCSAO documents.
