Crime & Safety
Teen Gets 25 Years For Shooting Toddler in Face
The 2-year-old victim, Deondre Johnson, is facing the first of many reconstructive surgeries on Monday.
Deven Angel Matos, 18, of Fort Washington, was sentenced today to 25 years in prison for , according to a press release issued by the state’s attorney.
According to the release, Matos was found guilty of first-degree assault and use of a handgun in the commission of a crime of violence against Johnson; second-degree assault and use of a handgun in the commission of a crime of violence against Johnson’s mother, Shaneka Johnson; and of carrying a handgun and reckless endangerment.
On the evening of August 22, the victim was with his mother outside of their apartment building when she heard shots fired and ran with him inside, according to police reports. Once in the building, she realized her son had been shot in the face, according to police.
The victim is still recovering from his injuries, with a tracheotomy tube in place and several more surgeries on the horizon.
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