A murder defendant pleaded not guilty after he was formally arraigned on the charges against him before DC Superior Court Judge Neal Kravitz on Feb. 6.
Dione Dorn, 42, is charged with first-degree murder while armed, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and unlawful possession of a firearm with a prior crime of violence for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 23-year-old Jaydon Parson. The incident occurred on Feb. 18, 2025, on the 700 block of H Street, NW. Parson sustained five gunshot wounds.
During the arraignment, Dorn’s attorney, Megan Allburn entered a plea of not guilty on his behalf, asserted his right to a speedy trial, and requested evidence favorable to the defense from the prosecution.
Dorn appeared at the hearing remotely because he was in the hospital with an injury. The prosecutor requested an update on Dorn’s health from Allburn.
Allburn responded that she would check on Dorn as soon as possible and send an email to the prosecution and Judge Kravitz with an update.
Parties are set to reconvene on May 15.
