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Natalie Note
- September 16, 2024
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A double-homicide defendant pleaded not guilty at arraignment and was denied his request for release by DC Superior Court Judge Anthony Epstein on Sept. 13.
Ronzoni Jackson Jr., 24, is charged with two counts of first-degree premeditated murder, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and unlawful possession of a firearm by a convict. These charges stem from Jackson’s alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 35-year-old Osmine Quintano and 28-year-old Octavio Quintano on Dec. 12, 2023 on the 2300 block of 4th Street, NE.
Sellano Simmons, Jackson’s attorney, alerted the court of Jackson’s intent to plead not guilty to all charges and asserted his constitutional rights, including the right to a speedy, public trial.
Simmons also asked Judge Epstein to release Jackson citing that Jackson’s father had a stable address and income and was willing to take him in. Due to the fact that there was no change in circumstances, the prosecution argued that he should not be released citing the seriousness of the offense.
Judge Epstein denied the request for release and a trial date was set for Feb. 9, 2026.
The parties are set to reconvene on May 9, 2025.