A defendant accused of fatally shooting an 18-year-old pleaded not guilty to all charges during his arraignment before DC Superior Court Judge Michael Ryan on Sept. 15.
Jordan Battle, 24, is charged with first-degree premeditated murder while armed, second-degree cruelty to children grave risk while armed, two counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence and obstructing justice.
The charges are in connection to his alleged involvement in the murder of 18-year-old Terrell Oliver at the 2600 block of Stanton Road, SE on Dec. 18, 2024. The defendants alleged actions also posed a grave risk of bodily injury to a 3-year-old.
Battle and his attorney, Kevin O’Sullivan, alerted the court of Battle’s intent to plead not guilty. O’Sullivan also asserted Battle’s constitutional rights as well as his right to a speedy trial.
Parties are slated to reconvene on Oct. 24.
