On July 14, Marcus Walker pleaded not guilty to charges connected to the shooting death of Eric King.
The shooting occurred on the 1400 block of Good Hope Road, SE. Walker, 23, allegedly shot King, 28, on Oct. 11, 2022, over a personal dispute.
Walker, 23, was indicted in May for one count of first-degree murder while armed, one count of assault with a dangerous weapon against a minor, one count of assault with a dangerous weapon, one count of second-degree cruelty to children, one count of possession of a large capacity ammunition feeding device, and three counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence.
According to witnesses, Walker confronted King and argued with him before pulling the trigger twice, striking King’s chest and groin area.
Defense counsel, Jesse Winograd, requested a speedy trial and preservation of evidence to protect Walker’s constitutional rights. An evidentiary hearing will be scheduled to discuss body camera footage and additional evidence.
The next hearing is set for Aug. 21.
