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Ralph Butler, 19, Sentenced to 28 Months for Robbery in Washington DC
Washington DC – In a shocking crime, 19-year-old Ralph Butler was sentenced to 28 months in prison for robbery and assault with a deadly weapon.
According to court documents, on September 22, 2023, Butler and an accomplice approached two men in the 2200 block of Shannon Place SE, produced handguns, and robbed them of their phones, car keys, currency, and, ultimately, their vehicles.
Surveillance footage captured both Butler and his accomplice in the area surrounding the crime scene, as well as Butler and his accomplice each driving the stolen vehicles.
MPD officers arrested Butler on October 19, 2023, after recovering the stolen vehicles in Butler’s neighborhood in Southeast Washington D.C.
Butler pleaded guilty on February 7, 2024, to robbery and assault with a dangerous weapon in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia before the Honorable Lynn Leibovitz.
In announcing the sentence, U.S. Attorney Matthew M. Graves and Chief Pamela A. Smith commended the work of those who investigated the case from the Metropolitan Police Department, acknowledging the efforts of Assistant U.S. Attorney John Parron and the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Butler’s sentence is a stark reminder of the consequences of committing violent crime in our nation’s capital. The people of Washington DC deserve a safe and secure community, and it’s up to us to hold those responsible accountable for their actions.
The case is a testament to the tireless work of law enforcement officials who work tirelessly to keep our streets safe. The people of Washington DC can rest a little easier knowing that justice has been served in this case.
Key Facts
- State: Washington DC
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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