Jason Michael Lewis, Second-Degree Murder While Armed, District of Columbia 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A 13-year-old boy is dead, and a D.C. man is facing serious charges after a shooting in the Brookland neighborhood earlier this month. Jason Michael Lewis, 41, of Washington, D.C., surrendered to authorities today, accused of the second-degree murder while armed of K.B., whose name is being withheld pending notification of next of kin. The shooting took place in the early morning hours of January 7, 2023.

According to authorities, the incident stemmed from a confrontation between Lewis and a group of juveniles allegedly tampering with vehicles. Details remain scarce, but sources close to the investigation indicate Lewis confronted the group outside his home before shots were fired. The exact sequence of events leading to the shooting is still under investigation by the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD).

U.S. Attorney Matthew M. Graves announced Lewis’s surrender, stating the defendant will be arraigned in Courtroom C-10 of Superior Court in Washington, D.C. The arraignment will determine if probable cause exists to move forward with the charges against Lewis. A preliminary hearing is expected to be scheduled within the next ten days, where further evidence will be presented.

If convicted of second-degree murder while armed, Lewis faces a significant prison sentence. While the specific penalties will be determined by the court, second-degree murder carries a substantial term of imprisonment under D.C. law, potentially exceeding two decades behind bars. The “while armed” component adds further severity to the potential sentence.

It’s crucial to remember that an arrest is not a conviction. Lewis is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. The U.S. Attorney’s Office and MPD are working diligently to build a strong case, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to establish the facts surrounding this tragic incident. The investigation is ongoing, and further details may emerge as the case progresses.

U.S. Attorney Graves praised the collaborative efforts of the MPD detectives and the prosecutors from his office who have been working tirelessly on this case. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this developing story, bringing you the unvarnished truth from the streets of the nation’s capital. We will provide updates as they become available, including details from the arraignment and preliminary hearing.

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