Fatal Family Feud? Attorney Claims Self-Defense after Man Charged in Half-Brother’s Death
Oakland, CA — In a recent court appearance, the defense attorney for a 21-year-old man accused of killing his half-brother last month proposed that the act may have been in self-defense. Matthew John, who faces charges for the fatal shooting of 22-year-old Joshua Hopkins on February 22, was denied bail despite arguments suggesting he acted to protect himself during a violent altercation. The incident, according to court documents, stemmed from a confrontation where Hopkins allegedly assaulted John, followed him, and hurled objects at him before he was shot. Despite these claims, highlighted in a motion … Read more