New Counsel Appointed for Defendant in 2021 Murder Case

By Ying He [former] , Rosie Rohrer [former], Sylvie Sussman [former] - June 5, 2023
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DC Superior Court Judge Michael O’Keefe granted defense attorney’s request for new counsel in a murder case due to attorney scheduling conflicts.

The defendant, Aaron A. Jackson, was indicted on one count of first degree murder and one count of carrying a dangerous weapon in Jan., 2023.

Jackson, 29, is charged with first-degree murder and carrying a dangerous weapon for his alleged involvement in the fatal stabbing of 27-year-old Damohn Gill on the 3600 block of 22nd Street, SE on June 24, 2021. 

Megan Allburn asked to be dismissed as Jackson’s counsel due to scheduling conflicts with other cases. Attorney Todd Baldwin joined Alvin H. Thomas Jr. as defense attorneys for Jackson. 

Jackson reacted strongly and claimed the change of attorney came as a surprise to him, “I feel like I’m being railroaded.” However, he maintained that he wants justice and a speedy trial. 

The date of the trial is currently scheduled for May 6, 2024. 

The next hearing is scheduled for Sept. 8.