A murder defendant pleaded not guilty to indictment charges during his arraignment before DC Superior Court Judge Jason Park on Nov. 14.
Rodney Whiting, 19, is charged with first-degree murder while armed, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, carrying a pistol without a license, possession of an unregistered firearm and unlawful possession of ammunition for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Antoine Pratt on Feb. 14 on the 3800 block of Jay Street, NE.
According to court records, Whiting was actually indicted on Nov. 12. During the hearing, he pleaded not guilty to all charges.
Additionally, defense attorney Matthew Davies requested evidence from the prosecution that would potentially be exculpatory.
Parties are set to reconvene on Dec. 17 to discuss evidence and set a trial date.
