Jury Convicts Defendant of Killing Co-Worker

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A jury in DC Superior Court Judge Jason Park’s courtroom convicted a homicide defendant of all charges on May 5.

Ranje Reynolds, 28, was charged with first-degree murder while armed and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence for his involvement in the fatal shooting of 27-year-old Tarek Boothe on Jan. 31, 2022, on the 3200 block of M Street, NW.

During the trial, prosecutors provided evidence that Reynolds shot and killed Boothe following a verbal dispute during work.

According to the prosecution, Reynolds and Boothe were involved in a fight on Jan. 31, 2022. After Boothe won the altercation, Reynolds felt “disrespected” and later sought Boothe out again, after acquiring a firearm.

Prosecutors demonstrated that Reynolds escaped to Jamaica following the homicide.

Cheryl Stein, Reynolds’ attorney, urged the jury to set aside their sympathy for Boothe, and requested they remain impartial when reaching a verdict.

Following three days of deliberations, the jury reached a unanimous guilty verdict.

Sentencing is scheduled for July 25.