A homicide hearing is continued to allow the prosecution to review new pieces of evidence.
Jose Luzunaris appeared in court June 12 for a felony status conference, where counsel exchanged evidence and information about the death of Gregory Monroe.
Luzunaris, 53, is charged with first-degree murder for allegedly stabbing 56-year-old Monroe on Feb 3, 2018, at the Judiciary House Apartments on the 400 block of H Street, NW. According to court documents, the victim suffered from stab wounds to the side of his neck and right ear.
During the hearing, defense counsel said they wanted to bring in new evidence. However, the prosecution needs to review it. To give the prosecution additional time to review the evidence, the defense requested the hearing continue after 60 days.
DC Superior Court Judge Craig Iscoe scheduled the hearing to continue on Aug 24.
