Family Member Claims Suspect Confessed to Murder, Earns $25,000 Reward

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A homicide defendant’s cousin testified that his family member confessed to a killing in a trial before DC Superior Court Judge Jason Park, on Jan. 30.

Ronald Wallace, 48, and DeAngelo Glover, 30, are charged with first-degree murder while armed, assault with intent to kill while armed, two counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and unlawful possession of a firearm, for their alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 34-year-old Tyrone Wright.

Wallace is additionally charged with carrying a pistol outside of home or business. The incident occurred in an apartment complex on the 3700 Block of Hayes Street, NE, on Jan. 19, 2021.

Previously, Wallace’s cousin testified that Ronald Wallace and Wright had a “beef” or ongoing dispute.

The prosecutor claimed that this case was an act of retaliation. Wallace allegedly believed that Wright was responsible for the death of his brother, Marcus Wallace, in November 2020.

Wallace’s cousin claims Ronald Wallace confessed to shooting Wright with his own gun. He also stated Wallace would “hang around” the crime scene, as he was employed nearby and had family in the area.

During cross examination, Micheal Bruckheim, representing Wallace, highlighted the $25,000 reward the family member received from the prosecution as a part of his testimony.

Bruckheim also showed the witness text messages between him and the prosecution asking about the reward money he would receive if Wallace is found guilty.

The witness said it wasn’t about the money, “Even though it was my cousin, I felt like it was the right thing to do.”

Wallace’s cousin admitted his role in the case severely strained family relationships to the point that if he had the chance to do it again, he wouldn’t.

The trial will resume on Jan. 31.