A murder defendant pleaded not guilty during his arraignment before DC Superior Court Judge Michael Ryan on Aug. 14.
Darvin Banks, 43, is charged with first-degree murder while armed, five counts of assault with intent to kill while armed, six counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, unlawful possession of a firearm and carrying a pistol without a license outside of a home or business for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of William Spriggs, 35. The incident took place on May 22, 2024 on the 4800 block of Alabama Avenue, SE. Spriggs was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to court documents, Banks was indicted on these charges on Aug. 6. He pleaded not guilty to all of the counts.
The prosecution said they are expecting to receive DNA test results in November and asked for a hearing in April of next year to discuss whether or not Banks wishes to do independent testing.
The trial is set to begin in October 2026.
Parties are slated to reconvene on April 3, 2026.
