DENVER — A man facing charges in connection with a deadly shooting outside a motorcycle club in Park Hill will undergo a new trial this fall after the jury could not reach a consensus on the first-degree murder allegations against him.
Todd Lynn Washington, 41, was taken into custody in November 2023 following the incident at Hell’s Lovers Motorcycle Club, where he, along with an accomplice, reportedly fired shots that resulted in the deaths of two men—Michael David, 43, and Joshua Batts, 39—and injuries to three others.
Authorities indicate that the violent confrontation stemmed from prior events involving Washington’s daughter, who was allegedly expelled from the motorcycle club and accused a security guard of inappropriate behavior. Investigators believe this incident motivated Washington and his accomplice, Shon McPherson, 34, to plan the attack.
In a separate court proceeding, McPherson was found guilty of first-degree murder and attempted murder in July. He is scheduled to receive a life sentence without parole on Monday.
Washington’s trial concluded this week, with the jury determining his guilt on attempted murder charges, while remaining deadlocked on the first-degree murder allegations. The Denver District Attorney’s Office confirmed the outcome of the trial, leading to the decision for a retrial.
The new trial is set to commence on October 14, according to court records. Currently, Washington is detained in jail, with his bail set at $3 million cash-only.
In light of these recent developments, the case has drawn significant attention as it sheds light on the complex dynamics within motorcycle clubs and the potential for violence related to grievances among their members.
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