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- February 26, 2020
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During a status hearing on Feb. 25, a murder defendant asked for a change in counsel but was denied by a DC Superior Court judge.
Stephon Evans and Alonzo Brown are indicted with first-degree murder while armed, conspiracy to commit a crime of violence while armed, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence and assault with the intent to kill while armed charges for their alleged involvement in the death of 22-year-old Michael Taylor on the 1700 block of Benning Road, NE on Jan. 12. Naquel Henderson, and Tavist Alston are also charged with first-degree murder in relation to the homicide.
Evans’ defense lawyer, Joseph Caleb told DC Superior Court Judge Todd E. Edelman that his client would like to approach the bench.
“Mr. Evans has asked for a different defense counsel and since I see no reason for that I have denied his request,” Judge Edelman said.
A trial readiness hearing is set to occur on Oct. 23.
Trial is set to begin on Nov. 30.
This article was written by Jailynn Caraballo.