Los Angeles DA won't charge Dave Chappelle attacker with assault with a deadly weapon

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Despite carrying a replica firearm with a knife, the suspect in the attack on comedian DaveChappelle will not be charged with assault with a deadly weapon.

The suspect, 23-year-old Isaiah Lee, was arrested after the Tuesday night attack on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon, according to multiple reports.JOURNALISTS TEST POSITIVE FOR COVID-19 AFTER WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENTS' DINNER

The case was referred to the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office for consideration regarding a misdemeanor filing because officials determined there was not sufficient evidence to constitute a felony. According to prosecutors, Lee's actions did not meet the felony standard for assault with a deadly weapon, as he did not present the weapon during the incident.

Gascon’s office does not prosecute misdemeanors that occur in LA, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office said in a Thursday statement.An investigation into how Lee managed to get through the security around Chappelle is underway.

 

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