DC Superior Court Judge Michael Ryan denied a release request for a murder defendant, citing the seriousness of the allegations on March 11.
Franklin Dorn, 45, is charged with murder one for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of Antonio Brown, 28, on Aug. 6, 2023 on the 1200 block of North Capitol Street, NW.
Dorn’s attorney, Kevin Irving, requested Dorn be released while awaiting trial. Judge Ryan declined to consider release due to the violent nature of the offense.
Additionally, Judge Ryan continued the hearing in order to give the defense and prosecution additional time to submit documents.
Parties are slated to reconvene Mar. 14.
