BALTIMORE, MD – A man has been sentenced to 60 years in prison, with 40 years suspended, for a double shooting that resulted in the death of 17-year-old D’Asia Garrison on New Year’s Day in 2023. Andre Bailey, 27, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder, use of a handgun during a violent crime, and illegal possession of a regulated firearm, as confirmed by the Baltimore City State’s Attorney Office.
The incident occurred in the early hours of January 1, 2023, in the 700 block of North Glover Street in East Baltimore, where Garrison was fatally shot. Shortly after, a man arrived at a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Garrison’s death marked the first homicide of 2023 in Baltimore.
Bailey was arrested in Harford County on January 20, 2023, and court documents revealed the recovery of various evidence from the scene, including cartridge cases, live ammunition, blood, clothing, food remnants, and a cigarette. A witness later identified Bailey as the shooter, leading to his arrest.
The sentencing demonstrates the severity of the crime, as Bailey will serve 20 years in prison for his involvement in the tragic incident. The loss of young lives to senseless violence highlights the ongoing challenges faced by communities in Baltimore and the importance of addressing such issues through the criminal justice system.
In conclusion, Andre Bailey has been sentenced to 60 years in prison, with 40 years suspended, for his role in the double shooting that claimed the life of D’Asia Garrison. The tragic events of New Year’s Day 2023 serve as a reminder of the urgency in addressing violence and its impact on communities in Baltimore.