Two murder co-defendants pleaded not guilty to all charges during an arraignment on Aug. 15 before DC Superior Court Judge Marisa Demeo.
James Outland, 26, and Bobby Gupton, 26, are charged with conspiracy while armed, first-degree murder while armed, and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence for their alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 54-year-old Tavonayna Glenn on June 28, 2023, on the 700 block of 19th Street, NE.
At the hearing, Lisbeth Saperstein, Gupton’s attorney, and Michael Bruckheim, Outland’s attorney, alerted the court of their intent to plead not guilty to all charges, and asserted their constitutional rights, including the right to a speedy trial.
Gupton also requested a new attorney, stating their relationship has deteriorated. Parties agreed to discuss the issues at the next hearing.
Parties are slated to reconvene Oct. 4.
