On Aug. 11, a defendant in a double homicide case was arraigned before DC Superior Court Judge Michael O’Keefe.
Beysean Jones, 28, is charged with two counts of first-degree murder while armed, assault with intent to kill, and several other charges for his alleged involvement in the killings of 19-year-old Ronald Brown and 41-year-old Tijuan Wilson on July 27, 2022, on the 4300 block of 4th Street, SE.
Jones’ attorney, Carrie Weletz, alerted the court Jones was pleading not guilty to all charges and asserted his trial rights.
Weletz requested a status hearing regarding shell casings that will potentially be tested. The prosecution indicated they have not done any testing so far.
Parties are expected to return for a status hearing on Sept. 6.
