Defendant in First-Degree Murder Case Remains Detained

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On Sept. 5, On Sept. 5, DC Superior Court Judge Robert Okun denied a homicide defendant’s request for release citing dangerousness.

Korriek Akinola, 22, is charged with premeditated first-degree murder while armed for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of Joshua White, 29, on June 6 on the 4700 block of South Capitol Street, SE.

In an Aug. 28 preliminary hearing, Judge Okun found probable cause that Akinola was the perpetrator in the incident. Prosecutors opposed Akinola being released as he awaits a disposition, arguing he is a flight risk and remains a danger to the community.

During his detention hearing on Sept. 5, there was mention of a previous attempt to flee. According to Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) documents, on July 24, officers from the Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force (CARFTF) located Akinola in possession of a handgun.

Kevin Mosley, Akinola’s defense attorney, wanted him released so he could continue his employment. However, the prosecutor argued Akinola should be detained. Given the weight of the evidence, Judge Okun feels Akinola a potential danger to the community.

“In my mind, the nature of the offense weighs in favor of detention,” Judge Okun said.

Akinola will remain detained at the DC Central Detention Facility until his next court appearance, which is scheduled for Nov. 3.

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