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By
D.C. Witness Staff
- December 11, 2024
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A double murder defendant asserted his rights to independently test DNA evidence before DC Superior Court Judge Maribeth Raffinan on Dec. 11.
Kevin Foster, 20, is charged with first-degree murder premeditated, second-degree murder while armed, three counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and assault with intent to kill while armed. The charges stem from his alleged involvement in two fatal shootings on March 7, 2023, on the 2700 block of Bruce Place, SE, which claimed the life of 23-year-old Dana Faulkner, along with 15-year-old Abdul Fuller who was shot and killed at the intersection of Mississippi Avenue and Wheeler Road, SE. There was one surviving victim.
The prosecution indicated that DNA testing is expected to conclude within three months, keeping the case on track for trial. The defense also plans to conduct independent DNA testing, including swabs from inside the vehicle allegedly used in the incident, and swabs from a gun police say was found in the defendant’s home.
The defense attorney, Matthew Davies, announced plans to file a motion seeking the release of Foster, currently detained.
A detention hearing has been scheduled for Jan. 7 to address the arguments.