Defendant pleads not guilty in fatal assault of romantic partner

By Namita Nair
– May 31, 2024
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A homicide defendant pleaded not guilty before Washington Superior Court Judge Anthony Epstein during a May 31 hearing.

Reginald Jones, 66, is charged with first-degree murder while armed for his alleged involvement in the fatal assault of his romantic partner, 52-year-old Regina Morris. The incident occurred on May 28, 2023, in the unit block of Potomac Avenue, SE. . Morris succumbed to his injuries on May 29, 2023.

During the arraignment, Jones' attorney, Madalyn Harvey, alerted the court. Jones pleaded not guilty to the charges and asserted his constitutional rights, including a speedy trial.

Harvey also requested that property seized during Jones' arrest be returned to him. Judge Epstein granted the motion and ordered the prosecution to return a necklace and wedding ring that Jones was wearing at the time of his arrest.

The court is scheduled to reconvene Oct. 11 for a status hearing. The current trial date is set for April 2026.

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