A brutal shooting in Northeast Washington D.C. has resulted in a guilty plea from 43-year-old Derek Turrentine. The defendant pleaded guilty to second-degree murder while armed for the September 2024 shooting of James Thomas Price.
According to the U.S. Attorney’s office, Turrentine’s guilty plea calls for a sentence of 17 years in prison, to be followed by supervised release. This plea is contingent upon the Court’s approval at sentencing, which is scheduled for October 17, 2025. Superior Court Judge Todd E. Edelman accepted the factual basis for the plea.
The details of the crime are disturbing. On the morning of September 15, 2024, Turrentine followed Mr. Price into an alley behind 400 50th Street NE. When Mr. Price stopped and turned around to face Turrentine, the defendant produced a firearm and pointed it at the victim. A physical altercation ensued, during which Turrentine fired multiple gunshots at Mr. Price, resulting in his death.
Turrentine was arrested in March of 2025 and has been in custody since. The investigation was led by the Metropolitan Police Department, with Chief Pamela Smith joining in the announcement of the guilty plea. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Daniel Bromwich.
The guilty plea brings some closure to the family of James Thomas Price, but it also highlights the ongoing issue of violent crime in Washington D.C. The city has seen a surge in violent crime in recent years, with many cases going unsolved. The conviction of Derek Turrentine is a step towards justice, but it also serves as a reminder of the work that still needs to be done to keep the community safe.
The sentencing of Derek Turrentine is scheduled for October 2025. If the court approves the plea agreement, Turrentine will face 17 years in prison, followed by supervised release. This sentence reflects the severity of the crime and the need to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions. As the case comes to a close, the community will be watching to see that justice is served.
In a statement, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro announced the guilty plea, emphasizing the importance of holding individuals accountable for violent crimes. The case against Derek Turrentine is a testament to the hard work of law enforcement and the dedication of prosecutors to seeking justice for victims and their families.
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Key Facts
- State: Washington DC
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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