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Assault on Federal Law Enforcement Officer Lands De’Vadrick Markevin Booker Behind Bars
In a shocking turn of events, a federal jury in Jackson, Mississippi has found De’Vadrick Markevin Booker, 24, guilty of assault on a federal law enforcement officer and discharging a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence.
The incident occurred on September 8, 2020, when an ATF Agent responded to assist Jackson Police Officers with an ongoing investigation of an exchange of gunfire in a residential area of the city. As the agent drove down a residential street in the area of the gunfire, Booker emerged and fired several gunshots into the agent’s car.
The evidence at trial showed that Booker’s actions were a clear threat to the safety of the law enforcement officer, who was simply doing their job. The jury’s guilty verdict sends a strong message that such behavior will not be tolerated.
Booker is scheduled to be sentenced on February 1, 2022, and faces a minimum sentence of 10 years in prison and a maximum sentence of life. A federal district judge will determine the sentence after considering the U.S. sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.
The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Jessica S. Terrill, Kevin J. Payne, and Bert Carraway prosecuted the case.
This verdict is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the law enforcement agencies involved in the case. We hope that it will serve as a warning to others who would seek to harm our officers.
De’Vadrick Markevin Booker was found guilty of:
- Assault on a federal law enforcement officer
- Discharging a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence
This incident occurred in Jackson, Mississippi, and highlights the dangers that law enforcement officers face on a daily basis.
Key Facts
- State: Mississippi
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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