A murder trial for Kenneth Adams, which was scheduled to begin on Oct. 1, has changed to a motions hearing. The trial is now set for Oct. 9.
Adams, 20, allegedly shot Dante Kinard, 21, on the 1800 block of Benning Road, NE in 2016. He is charged with first-degree murder while armed.
On Oct. 1, counsel will deliberate on three motions, including a motion to suppress identification, which would allow the prosecution to conceal the names of witnesses; a motion to exclude certain facts from the jury; and a motion to review evidence provided in the case.
Nikki Lotze, Adams’ defense attorney, said the defense would be ready for trial after reviewing ballistics analysis obtained by the prosecution.
