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Witness was created to track every homicide and crime in the District of Columbia, and to provide eager and young journalists, and those interested in crime and law enforcement, a chance to cover untold stories and to hone the skills required to do it. Witness’ mission is to report on homicides so they won’t go forgotten and to inform the residents of D.C. about the neighbors they lost just a few streets over. We seek to tally the deaths and the details of each crime because there is a bigger story about death in our city than just a series of data points. To do that, we have a staff working to cover each case, but also seek input from the community. The site launched in July, originally under the name “Capitol Justice.” In February, the site re-launched with a new name and website. This website will evolve and upgrade through the conversations we have, feedback we receive and relationships as they grow. Much of our information is divided into sections about “who,” “what,” “where” and “when.” To the “how” and the “why” on this site, we seek community input. That input can come in the form of photos sent to us to identify a victim, or coverage suggestions—or pointing out our errors and comments. Tributes can also be posted in the comments section on the site. The editor of D.C. Witness, LaTrina Antoine, can be reached at [email protected]. In addition to its coverage efforts, D.C. Witness is working to provide student journalists with the opportunity to experience meaningful journalism first-hand. Students work four days a week to help maintain the site and update coverage. To inquire about interning for D.C. Witness, please contact the editor. Students are eligible for this internship exclusively through the Washington Media Institute. Help us continue our mission, donate today: https://app.omella.com/o/q5fkf.

07/29/2026

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07/22/2026

Ronald Levi, 51, is charged with first-degree premeditated murder while armed and carrying a dangerous weapon outside a home or a business for his alleged involvement in the fatal stabbing of 60-year-old Gary Day on June 18, 2024 on the 5200 block of Foote Street, NE. Day sustained 14 stab wounds to the torso, back, arm, and neck. Parties are scheduled to reconvene on Nov. 6 for a trial readiness hearing. Levi rejected that plea deal on July 17. View our link in bio for more. Follow DC Witness for updates.

07/22/2026

Marcus Reavenell, 48, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, unlawful possession of a firearm with a prior conviction greater than one year, unlawful discharge of a firearm, reckless driving, and destruction of property less than $1,000. These charges stem from Reavenell’s alleged involvement in a non-fatal shooting following a traffic incident at the intersection of 58th and Foote Streets, NE on May 14, 2025. No injuries were reported. Parties presented opening statements for a non-fatal shooting defendant before DC Superior Court Judge Errol Arthur on July 20. Parties are scheduled to reconvene on July 21. View our link in bio for more. Follow DC Witness for updates.

Alberto Valle Carranza, 57, is charged with premeditated first-degree murder while armed for his alleged involvement in ...
07/21/2026

Alberto Valle Carranza, 57, is charged with premeditated first-degree murder while armed for his alleged involvement in the fatal stabbing of 31-year-old Reyna Garcia Lopez. The incident occurred on Dec. 19, 2023, on the 1200 block of 11th Street, NW. According to court documents, Garcia Lopez sustained over 30 lacerations. DC Superior Court Judge Todd Edelman allowed the deposition of a forensic DNA technologist despite the defense’s written objections in a first-degree murder case on July 14. The defense concluded the deposition should be held, but plans to questions its legality “in the unlikely event Mr. Valle is ever deemed competent to stand trial.” Parties are scheduled to meet for a mental observation hearing on Aug. 7. View our link in bio for more. Follow DC Witness for updates.

Devonte Carter, 31, was initially charged with armed carjacking and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence. ...
07/20/2026

Devonte Carter, 31, was initially charged with armed carjacking and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence. Prosecutors alleged that he stole a Taizhou moped at gunpoint on July 10, 2024 on the 2100 block of 14th Street, SE. Carter’s attorney argued that he should have a new trial before DC Superior Court Judge Deborah Israel on July 10. Judge Israel declined to make a ruling at the bench, but told parties she would email them when she had made a decision and inform them of the next hearing date. View our link in bio for more. Follow DC Witness for updates.

Niko Lancaster, 26, was originally charged with second-degree murder while armed for his alleged involvement in the fata...
07/16/2026

Niko Lancaster, 26, was originally charged with second-degree murder while armed for his alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of Levon Livingston, 29, on the 1200 block of Valley Avenue, SE on April 12. Livingston sustained two gunshot wounds in his chest and back. According to court documents, Livingston and his wife reportedly had ongoing domestic violence issues. Livingston allegedly arrived at his wife’s home and broke through her bedroom window before she asked him to leave because she had company, namely Lancaster. An altercation between Lancaster and Livingston allegedly ensued, and shots were fired. At his preliminary hearing to hear the evidence agains him, Lancaster agreed to plead guilty to carrying a pistol without a license outside of a home or business. Parties are slated to reconvene for sentencing on Sept. 18. View our link in bio for more. Follow DC Witness for updates.

Tyjuan Bazemore, 35, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder while armed for his involvement in the fatal shooting of Nye...
07/16/2026

Tyjuan Bazemore, 35, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder while armed for his involvement in the fatal shooting of Nyesha Walden-Hatcher, 27, on Feb. 2 on the 3100 block of 16th Street, NW. Walden-Hatcher sustained one gunshot wound to her head and was pronounced dead at the scene. According to a press release from the United States Attorney’s Office (USAO), when Bazemore was arrested in Connecticut in March, he had pending domestic violence charges and a stay-away order from Walden-Hatcher. Parties are set to reconvene on Sept. 18 for sentencing. View our link in bio for more. Follow DC Witness for updates.

CASE UPDATE: Daniel Simon, 41, is charged with second-degree murder while armed and carrying a dangerous weapon outside ...
07/09/2026

CASE UPDATE: Daniel Simon, 41, is charged with second-degree murder while armed and carrying a dangerous weapon outside of a home or place of business for his alleged involvement in the fatal beating of Michael Jones, 52, on the 200 block of 15th Street, NW, on Jan. 4, 2023. “He’s unrestorably incompetent,” declared a neuropsychologist expert during questioning by Simon’s attorney, Molly Bunke. According to the expert, if Simon failed to take his medication, “his [schizophrenic] symptoms are quite severe.” The expert also said Simon’s demonstrated symptoms of schizophrenia (delusional thinking) and third-grade reading level indicate a “cognitive deficit.” Parties are scheduled to reconvene on July 1. View our link in bio for more. Follow DC Witness for updates.

SENTENCING: Cheyenne Brewington, 33, pleaded guilty on April 28 to assault with a dangerous weapon for her involvement i...
07/07/2026

SENTENCING: Cheyenne Brewington, 33, pleaded guilty on April 28 to assault with a dangerous weapon for her involvement in a non-fatal stabbing on Nov. 28, 2025, at the 1500 block of Young Street, SE. One individual sustained injuries during the incident. DC Superior Court Judge Robert A. Salerno imposed a partially suspended sentence on Brewington on June 25. During the hearing, the prosecution called the victim of the stabbing, a former friend of Brewington’s, who delivered an impact statement asking the court to show the defendant “no mercy”. He sentenced Brewington to 40 months in prison, all of which was suspended but 18 months, and three years of supervised release suspended. View our link in bio for more. Follow DC Witness for updates.

SENTENCING: On Feb. 27, Damion Brown, 26, pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter while armed for his involvement in th...
07/07/2026

SENTENCING: On Feb. 27, Damion Brown, 26, pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter while armed for his involvement in the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Jordan Coates on Sept. 9, 2023 on the 1200 block of Duncan Place, NE. Coates sustained two gunshot wounds to the chest. The parties agreed to a sentence between 15 to-19 years. During the hearing, Coates’ family and friends gave victim impact statements. “She did not deserve to die in such a violent and senseless way,” Coates’ aunt said. She said Coate’s mother died of a “broken heart” after the murder of her daughter and she wants the court to consider the “devastating impact” Coates’ death left on her family when considering sentencing. View our link in bio for more. Follow DC Witness for updates.

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