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Malcolm Cunningham, Murder, Washington DC 2017
A 24-year-old Washington D.C. resident has been handed a 15-year prison sentence for the Easter Sunday 2017 murder of his great-grandmother’s common-law husband, David Norwood.
Malcolm Cunningham, 24, of Washington, D.C. was sentenced to 18 years’ incarceration, with all but 15 years suspended, for the second-degree murder of David Norwood. Cunningham previously pled guilty to one count of second-degree murder while armed, with a sentencing range of 12 to 18 years in prison.
According to prosecutors, the incident occurred on Easter Sunday 2017, when Cunningham, who had been living with Norwood and his wife at their residence, was kicked out two weeks prior due to repeated fights with other residents. However, Cunningham managed to sneak back into the house, where he argued with Norwood before stabbing him with a knife.
Norwood remained in the home, injured, until family members found him hours later, unconscious and lying on the floor. He later died as a result of his injuries. Cunningham fled the scene, leaving behind a family torn apart by violence.
U.S. Attorney Timothy J. Shea commended the work of investigators from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch and the prosecutors who worked on the case, including Paralegal Specialists Lornce Applewhite and Alesha Matthews-Yette and Victim Witness Specialist Marcia Rinker. Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael Liebman was also praised for his efforts in bringing Cunningham to justice.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of violence and the importance of holding those responsible accountable for their actions. As the community continues to grapple with the aftermath of this tragic event, it is clear that justice has been served, and that Cunningham will have to face the consequences of his actions for many years to come.
The sentencing of Malcolm Cunningham brings closure to a family who has endured unimaginable pain and suffering. It is a testament to the tireless efforts of law enforcement and the justice system that those responsible for such heinous crimes will be held accountable.
Key Facts
- State: Washington DC
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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