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By
D.C. Witness Staff
- March 10, 2025
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A jury reached a partial acquittal verdict in a fatal-shooting case before DC Superior Court Judge Todd Edelman on March 7.
Daquan Gray, 23, was originally charged with first-degree murder while armed, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and carrying a pistol without a license for his alleged involvement in the murder of 15-year-old Jaylyn Wheeler on May 16, 2018 on the 600 block of Alabama Avenue, SE.
The defense painted Wheeler as the aggressor and claimed Gray acted in self-defense.
Gray was acquitted of first-degree murder and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence charges. However, he was found guilty of carrying a pistol without a license
Parties are slated to reconvene on May 7.