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Hayden Clark
, Shea Carlberg - June 27, 2024
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A jury found a shooting defendant guilty on eight charges during trial on June 26. The proceeding was overseen by DC Superior Court Judge Michael O’Keefe.
Beysean Jones, 29, is guilty of two counts of first-degree murder premeditated while armed, assault with intent to kill while armed, two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm, and three counts of possession of a firearm during crime of violence for shooting Ronald Brown, 19, and Tijuan Wilson, 41, on July 27, 2022, on the 4300 block of 4th Street, SE.
After the verdict was announced, the defense stated they plan to file a motion to appeal the verdict.
Parties are set to reconvene on Sept. 20 for sentencing.
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