Judge Arraigns Murder Defendant on Six Charges

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On Sept. 21, a homicide defendant was arraigned in connection to a 2021 murder case in front of DC Superior Court Judge Michael O’Keefe.

Erin Sheffey, 28 is being charged with second-degree murder, three counts of possession of a firearm during crime of violence, and two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon for his alleged involvement in the murder of Kiwyon Maddox, 32, on Aug. 15, 2021, on the 2100 block of 16th Street, SE.

Sheffey, through his defense attorney, pleaded not guilty to all counts and asserted his rights to a speedy trial.

According to prosecutors, Sheffey and multiple other men allegedly shot at Maddox and another man while they were riding on a moped.

The prosecution is alleging that Sheffey shot first, but the defense maintained that it was in self defense. The prosecution cited ring camera footage depicting Sheffey allegedly firing at the men

Sheffey is currently facing a federal charge of armed robbery for allegedly stealing $1.2 million from an armored truck.

Parties are expected to reconvene Sept. 27.