Judge Denies Motion to Dismiss Murder Case

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On Oct. 12, DC Superior Court Judge Robert Okun rejected a defense attorney’s motion to dismiss a murder case.

Jajuan Gripper, 20, is charged with first-degree murder while armed in connection to the death of 34-year-old Rynell Bradford. The incident occurred on the 1500 block of Anacostia Avenue, NE on Dec. 20, 2022.

According to court documents, witnesses stated a verbal altercation occurred before shots were fired.

In court, Gripper’s defense attorney, Kevin Irving, made an oral motion to dismiss.

Judge Okun quickly denied the request without an explanation.

Parties are expected back to court Dec. 18.

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