Judge Sentences Murder Suspect to 24-Years in ‘Good Conscience’

By Hunter Odom [former] - June 2, 2023
Daily Stories | Homicides | Shooting | Suspects | Victims |

On June 2, DC Superior Court Judge Milton Lee sentenced a homicide defendant in connection to a 2019 killing, saying, “I can’t give you a break today.”

Brandon Randall, 36, was indicted for first-degree murder while armed, two counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, assault with intent to kill while armed, and unlawful possession of a firearm due to his alleged involvement in the murder of 30-year-old David Brandon on Feb. 24, 2019 on the 4300 block of Georgia Avenue, NW. 

On November 22, 2022, Randall agreed with prosecutors to plead guilty to second-degree murder while armed in exchange for the dismissal of his remaining charges. 

In a June 2 hearing, Brandon’s family and friends were present to show support and provide victim impact statements. 

Brandon was described as a true human being, a fighter, and a doting father among many other attributes by his loved ones. 

“People say time heals things but it is difficult when your loved one is murdered,” said the victim’s father. 

Defense attorney Anthony Matthews asked for Randall’s sentence to be in the lower range of the recommended sentence. 

In response, DC Superior Court Judge Milton Lee asked, “How can I, in good conscience, impose a sentence at the bottom of the guideline?” 

“What is justice? What can be paid for a lost life? Even if Mr. Randall paid with his life, David would still be gone,” said Brandon’s mom.  

“I hate that he’s such a sensitive subject when he brought so much life,” said Brandon’s friend through WebEx.

Judge Lee imposed a sentence of 24-years in prison followed by a five-year period of supervised release. 

He is also required to register as a gun offender in D.C. 

“He owes it to all of us to do better and to be better,” said Brandon’s mom.