Both the defense and prosecution met to provide their updates on each side of the case for an impending homicide trial.
Delonte Jackson, 23, is charged with second-degree murder while armed in connection to the murder of 44-year-old Artavarn Wagner on March 3, 2022, on the 1700 block of Gales Street, NE. Jackson allegedly stole the victim’s car after shooting him. Jackson’s DNA was found on the car’s steering wheel, according to court documents.
During the hearing on Feb. 3, the prosecution and defense set a date for an upcoming status hearing on this case.
The prosecutor is seeking an indictment and asked for another hearing in April.
The defense had no objection.
“This is a case where plea negotiations are continuing,” said defense attorney Megan Allburn.
DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt set the next status hearing for April 13.
