ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky. (Court TV) — A couple accused of murdering a man by throwing him off their second-story balcony pleaded not guilty in court on Tuesday as a judge warned them about the potential consequences they could face if they’re found guilty.

Shawn and Nancy Durbin appeared virtually for their arraignments on Dec. 9, 2025. (Court TV)

Shawn and Nancy Durbin are both charged with murder in the death of Bobby Pennington , who died after he was found on the street outside the Durbins’ apartment with severe blunt force trauma to his face. A witness at the scene allegedly told officers that they witnessed the Durbins pull Pennington into the home and then force him over a handrail. Shawn is also charged with two counts of assault and resisting arrest.

The couple appeared separately

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